The History of the Conquest of Peru - Hardcover

The History of the Conquest of Peru is a classic historical account of the Spanish conquest of the Inca Empire written by William H. Prescott. The book covers the period from the arrival of Francisco Pizarro and his men in Peru in 1532 to the fall of the Inca Empire in 1572.Prescott's narrative is based on extensive research and draws on contemporary accounts, including the writings of the Spanish conquistadors and the Inca chroniclers. The book provides a detailed and vivid description of the events leading up to the conquest, the battles between the Spanish and the Incas, the capture and execution of the Inca emperor Atahualpa, and the subsequent colonization of Peru by the Spanish.Throughout the book, Prescott explores the motivations and actions of both the Spanish conquistadors and the Inca rulers, highlighting the cultural differences and misunderstandings that led to the conflict between the two groups. He also examines the impact of the conquest on the indigenous peoples of Peru and the legacy of the Spanish colonization.The History of the Conquest of Peru is considered a masterpiece of historical writing and has been widely read and studied since its publication in 1847. It is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of the Americas, the Spanish conquest, and the clash of civilizations that occurred during this period.But little is told of Francisco's early years, and that little not always deserving of credit. According to some, he was deserted by both his parents, and left as a foundling at the door of one of the principal churches of the city. It is even said that he would have perished, had he not been nursed by a sow.3 This is a more discreditable fountain of supply.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.