The Despatches of Hernando Corts: the Conqueror of Mexico, Addressed to the Emperor Charles V, Written During the Conquest, and Containing a Narrative of Its Events
No. of pages 466
Published: 2019
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"The Despatches of Hernando Cortés" provides a firsthand account of the Spanish conquest of Mexico through the letters penned by Cortés to Emperor Charles V. These dispatches detail the monumental events of the conquest, including the initial encounters with the Aztec civilization, strategic military engagements, and the complex interactions with indigenous groups. Cortés narrates not only the military victories but also the cultural exchanges and resources of the New World. His writings illuminate the ambitions of the Spanish Crown, the brutal realities of conquest, and the transformative impact on both the conquerors and the conquered. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
There are 466 pages in this book. This book was published in 2019 by HardPress Ltd .