A Chronicle Of The Conquest Of Granada V2 By Fray Antonio Agapida

""A Chronicle of the Conquest of Granada V2"" is a historical book written by Washington Irving. The book is a detailed account of the conquest of Granada by the Catholic Monarchs, Ferdinand and Isabella, in the late 15th century. The author, Fray Antonio Agapida, was a Franciscan friar who witnessed the events and wrote a chronicle of the conquest. Irving translated and edited the manuscript, providing additional historical context and commentary. The book is divided into two volumes, with the second volume covering the final stages of the conquest. It includes descriptions of battles, political maneuvering, and the cultural clashes between the Christian and Muslim populations of Granada. The author also provides insight into the personalities and motivations of the key figures involved in the conflict, including the Catholic Monarchs, the Muslim ruler Boabdil, and various military commanders. Overall, ""A Chronicle of the Conquest of Granada V2"" is a well-researched and engaging historical account that offers a fascinating glimpse into a pivotal moment in Spanish history. It is recommended for anyone interested in medieval history, military strategy, or cultural clashes.In Two Volumes.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.