Download or read book Conquistador written by Bernal Diaz and published by . This book was released on 2010-10-01 with total page 492 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Men of iron mounted on strange beasts out to conquer an Empire There can be few more substantial and all embracing accounts of the Conquistadors than that of Bernal Diaz del Castillo. Whilst all first-hand accounts are invaluable it is unusual to find them as comprehensive as that of Bernal Diaz particularly from the 16th century. His work is so expansive it fills two substantial volumes in this special Leonaur edition. The deeds of the Conquistadors-literally conquerors-are broadly known by all. Here were small armies of determined and ruthless men from the Old World sailing perilous oceans into the unknown to set foot in the equatorial jungles of a New World. They came for fame, discovery, new lands to expand European Empires-and for gold. They brought organised war to an unsuspecting indigenous people and they toppled civilisations with sword, lance and gunpowder-men mounted on beasts of war unlike anything their more numerous enemy had ever beheld. This is the common view of a far more complex time. Diaz lived through the conquests in New Spain and Mexico and recounts a time of violence and blood perpetrated seemingly without let by both sides; and he reports the constant infighting and divisions between the Conquistadors themselves in such a way that far off times come vividly back to life and legend takes the form of real men as his words whisper history into our imaginations. This is an exceptional two volume set of books by any standards. For those who know something of the history of the Conquistadors it will be an essential addition to their libraries and for the curious it will be a revelation. Available in softcover and hardback with dust jackets for collectors.
Download or read book Conquistador written by Bernal Diaz and published by . This book was released on 2010-10-01 with total page 500 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Men of iron mounted on strange beasts out to conquer an Empire There can be few more substantial and all embracing accounts of the Conquistadors than that of Bernal Diaz del Castillo. Whilst all first-hand accounts are invaluable it is unusual to find them as comprehensive as that of Bernal Diaz particularly from the 16th century. His work is so expansive it fills two substantial volumes in this special Leonaur edition. The deeds of the Conquistadors-literally conquerors-are broadly known by all. Here were small armies of determined and ruthless men from the Old World sailing perilous oceans into the unknown to set foot in the equatorial jungles of a New World. They came for fame, discovery, new lands to expand European Empires-and for gold. They brought organised war to an unsuspecting indigenous people and they toppled civilisations with sword, lance and gunpowder-men mounted on beasts of war unlike anything their more numerous enemy had ever beheld. This is the common view of a far more complex time. Diaz lived through the conquests in New Spain and Mexico and recounts a time of violence and blood perpetrated seemingly without let by both sides; and he reports the constant infighting and divisions between the Conquistadors themselves in such a way that far off times come vividly back to life and legend takes the form of real men as his words whisper history into our imaginations. This is an exceptional two volume set of books by any standards. For those who know something of the history of the Conquistadors it will be an essential addition to their libraries and for the curious it will be a revelation. Available in softcover and hardback with dust jackets for collectors.
Download or read book The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo Vol 1 2 written by Bernal Díaz del Castillo and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-12-15 with total page 971 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo is a captivating firsthand account of the Spanish conquest of the Aztec Empire. Written in a straightforward and detailed style, the book provides a vivid portrayal of the brutal battles, alliances, and betrayals that characterized this tumultuous period. Del Castillo's narrative style, filled with personal observations and dramatic events, offers readers a rare glimpse into the mind of a conquistador. This work is a valuable primary source for historians studying the conquest of Mexico in the 16th century. Bernal Diaz del Castillo, a soldier who participated in the conquest of Mexico under Hernan Cortes, wrote his memoirs decades after the events took place. His firsthand experience as a foot soldier gives his account a unique perspective and insights into the motivations and actions of the conquistadors. Del Castillo's detailed recollections provide valuable historical insights into the cultural clash between the Spanish and indigenous peoples of the New World. I highly recommend The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo to readers interested in history, conquest narratives, and firsthand accounts of the Spanish colonization of the Americas. Del Castillo's vivid storytelling and intimate knowledge of the events make this book a must-read for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of this pivotal period in world history.
Download or read book The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo Complete Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain written by Bernal Díaz del Castillo and published by Library of Alexandria. This book was released on with total page 1445 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: I, Bernal Diaz del Castillo, regidor of the town of Santiago, in Guatimala, author of this very true and faithful history, have now finished it, in order that it may be published to the world. It treats of the discovery and total conquest of New Spain; and how the great city of Mexico and several other towns were taken, up to the time when peace was concluded with the whole country; also of the founding of many Spanish cities and towns, by which we, as we were in duty bound, extended the dominion of our sovereign. In this history will be found many curious facts worthy of notice. It likewise points out the errors and blunders contained in a work written by Francisco de Gomara, who not only commits many errors himself in what he writes about New Spain, but he has also been the means of leading those two famous historians astray who followed his account, namely, Dr. Illescas and the bishop Paulo Jovio. What I have written in this book I declare and affirm to be strictly true. I myself was present at every battle and hostile encounter. Indeed, these are not old tales or romances of the seventh century; for, if I may so say, it happened but yesterday what is contained in my history. I relate how, where, and in what manner these things took place; as an accredited eyewitness of this I may mention our very spirited and valorous captain Don Hernando Cortes, marquis del Valle Oaxaca, who wrote an account of these occurrences from Mexico to his imperial majesty Don Carlos the Fifth, of glorious memory; and likewise the corresponding account of the viceroy Don Antonio de Mendoza. But, besides this, you have only to read my history and you see it is true. I have now completed it this 26th day of February, 1568, from my day-book and memory, in this very loyal city of Guatimala, the seat of the royal court of audience. I also think of mentioning some other circumstances which are for the most part unknown to the public. I must beg of the printers not to take away from, nor add one single syllable to, the following narrative, etc.
Download or read book The Conquistadors A Very Short Introduction written by Matthew Restall and published by OUP USA. This book was released on 2012-01-24 with total page 142 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This Very Short Introduction examines the Spanish conquistadors who invaded the Americas in the sixteenth century, as well as the Native American Kingdoms they invaded.
Download or read book The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz Del Castillo written by John Ingram Lockhart and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2020-07-18 with total page 430 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reproduction of the original: The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz Del Castillo by John Ingram Lockhart
Download or read book Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo written by himself containing a true and full account of the discovery and conquest of Mexico and New Spain written by Bernal D?az del Castillo and published by Рипол Классик. This book was released on 1844 with total page 416 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz Del Castillo V2 written by Bernal Diaz del Castillo and published by Literary Licensing, LLC. This book was released on 2014-08-07 with total page 424 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This Is A New Release Of The Original 1844 Edition. Containing A True And Full Account Of The Discovery And Conquest Of Mexico And New Spain.
Download or read book Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz Del Castillo Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain Volume 1 written by John Ingram Lockhart and published by Andesite Press. This book was released on 2017-08-21 with total page 422 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Download or read book The True History of the Conquest of New Spain written by Bernal Díaz del Castillo and published by . This book was released on 1910 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Conquistadors written by Michael Wood and published by Random House. This book was released on 2015-05-14 with total page 330 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Spanish conquest of the Americas in the 16th century was one of the most important and cataclysmic events in history. Spanish expeditions endured incredible hardships in order to open up the lands of the 'New World', and few stories in history can match these for drama and endurance. In Conquistadors, Michael Wood follows in the footsteps of some of the greatest of the Spanish adventurers travelling from the forests of Amazonia to Lake Titicaca, the deserts of North Mexico, the snowpeaks of the Andes and the heights of Machu Picchu. He experiences the epic journeys of Cortes, Pizarro, Orellana and Cabeza de Vaca, and explores the turbulent and terrifying events surrounding the Spanish conquest of the Aztec and Inca empires. Wood brings these stories to vivid life, highlighting both the heroic accomplishments and the complex moral legacy of the European invasion. Conquistadors is Michael Wood at his best - thoughtful, provocative and gripping history.
Download or read book Conquistadores written by Fernando Cervantes and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2021-09-14 with total page 513 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A sweeping, authoritative history of 16th-century Spain and its legendary conquistadors, whose ambitious and morally contradictory campaigns propelled a small European kingdom to become one of the formidable empires in the world “The depth of research in this book is astonishing, but even more impressive is the analytical skill Cervantes applies. . . . [He] conveys complex arguments in delightfully simple language, and most importantly knows how to tell a good story.” —The Times (London) Over the few short decades that followed Christopher Columbus's first landing in the Caribbean in 1492, Spain conquered the two most powerful civilizations of the Americas: the Aztecs of Mexico and the Incas of Peru. Hernán Cortés, Francisco Pizarro, and the other explorers and soldiers that took part in these expeditions dedicated their lives to seeking political and religious glory, helping to build an empire unlike any the world had ever seen. But centuries later, these conquistadors have become the stuff of nightmares. In their own time, they were glorified as heroic adventurers, spreading Christian culture and helping to build an empire unlike any the world had ever seen. Today, they stand condemned for their cruelty and exploitation as men who decimated ancient civilizations and carried out horrific atrocities in their pursuit of gold and glory. In Conquistadores, acclaimed Mexican historian Fernando Cervantes—himself a descendent of one of the conquistadors—cuts through the layers of myth and fiction to help us better understand the context that gave rise to the conquistadors' actions. Drawing upon previously untapped primary sources that include diaries, letters, chronicles, and polemical treatises, Cervantes immerses us in the late-medieval, imperialist, religious world of 16th-century Spain, a world as unfamiliar to us as the Indigenous peoples of the New World were to the conquistadors themselves. His thought-provoking, illuminating account reframes the story of the Spanish conquest of the New World and the half-century that irrevocably altered the course of history.
Download or read book The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz Del Castillo Volume 2 Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain written by Bernal Díaz Castillo and published by Alpha Edition. This book was released on 2023-05-08 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo (Volume 2); Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain., has been considered important throughout human history. In an effort to ensure that this work is never lost, we have taken steps to secure its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for both current and future generations. This complete book has been retyped, redesigned, and reformatted. Since these books are not scans of the authors' original publications, the text is readable and clear.
Download or read book Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz Del Castillo Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain Volume 1 Scholar s Choice Edition written by John Ingram Lockhart and published by Scholar's Choice. This book was released on 2015-02-12 with total page 422 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Download or read book Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz Del Castillo Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain written by John Ingram Lockhart and published by Stellar Editions. This book was released on 2016-03-13 with total page 314 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Vivid, powerful and absorbing, this is a first-person account of one of the most startling military episodes in history: the overthrow of Montezuma's doomed Aztec Empire by the ruthless Hernan Cortes and his band of adventurers. Bernal DIaz del Castillo, himself a soldier under Cortes, presents a fascinatingly detailed description of the Spanish landing in Mexico in 1520 and their amazement at the city, the exploitation of the natives for gold and other treasures, the expulsion and flight of the Spaniards, their regrouping and eventual capture of the Aztec capital.
Download or read book The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz Del Castillo Volume 1 Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain written by Bernal Díaz Castillo and published by Alpha Edition. This book was released on 2023-05-08 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo (Volume 1); Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain., has been considered important throughout human history. In an effort to ensure that this work is never lost, we have taken steps to secure its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for both current and future generations. This complete book has been retyped, redesigned, and reformatted. Since these books are not scans of the authors' original publications, the text is readable and clear.
Download or read book Conquistadors written by John Pemberton and published by Canary Press eBooks. This book was released on 2011 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the sixteenth century the King of Spain issued his soldiers with a three-pronged mission: to find gold, spread the word of Christianity and claim new territories for Spain. The Conquistadors, as they became known, set off into the world to do just that, and nothing was to stand in their way. Some say that the discovery of the New World is the greatest event in history. Others, that it amounted to the bloodiest massacre of all time. Conquistadors follows the Spanish explorers as they unleash their terrifying religious wrath upon the Inca and Aztec empires and explains how the conquest of the New World transformed the Old World forever. Contents The World of the Conquistadors The People of the New World, Warfare: Steel versus Stone,The Conquests of Hernán Cortés, Francisco Pizarro's Expeditions to Peru, Pizarro and the Incas, El Dorado: The Golden Man, The Real Life Don Quixote, Going Native, The Unconquerable Maya, New World Meets Old
