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In a series of episodes as fantastic as any fiction, a powerful civilization crumbled at the hands of a small band of warriors. Written by one of America's great historians, this gripping chronicle draws upon the firsthand accounts of eminent sixteenth-century captains and statesmen... Read Full Overview

During the Age of Exploration, Native American tribes fell victim to European conquerors seeking legendary cities made of gold and other riches, attempts that were often being made in vain. And yet, of all the empires that were conquered across the continent, the one that continues... Read Full Overview

Of the numerous nations which occupied the great American continent at the time of its discovery by the Europeans, the two most advanced in power and refinement were undoubtedly those of Mexico and Peru. But, though resembling one another in extent of civilization, they differed... Read Full Overview

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Of the numerous nations which occupied the great American continent at the time of its discovery by the Europeans, the two most advanced in power and refinement were undoubtedly those of Mexico and Peru. But, though resembling one another in extent of civilization, they differed... Read Full Overview

Prescott's classic work presents a detailed and vivid account of the Spanish conquest of Peru in the 16th century. Drawing on primary sources and eyewitness accounts, this book offers a compelling and sweeping narrative of the clash of civilizations that shaped the course... Read Full Overview

Historia De La Conquista Del Peru es un libro escrito por William Hickling Prescott en 1853. El libro describe la historia de la conquista espa�����ola del Per������, desde la llegada de Francisco Pizarro... Read Full Overview

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This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely... Read Full Overview

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... Read Full Overview

Historia De La Conquista Del Peru es un libro escrito por William Hickling Prescott en 1853. Este libro cuenta la historia de la conquista del Per������ por parte de los espa�����oles en el siglo XVI... Read Full Overview

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