Hernando Cortez (1901)

Hernando Cortez is a historical biography written by John Stevens Cabot Abbott in 1901. The book tells the story of Hernando Cortez, a Spanish conquistador who led the expedition that resulted in the fall of the Aztec Empire in Mexico in the early 16th century. The book starts with a brief introduction to the history of Spain and the political and social context in which Cortez grew up. It then goes on to describe Cortez's early life and career as a soldier and adventurer in the New World. The book covers in detail the events leading up to the conquest of the Aztec Empire, including Cortez's interactions with the native people, his alliances with other indigenous groups, and his battles against the Aztec warriors.The book also explores the complex relationships between the Spanish conquistadors and the native people of Mexico, including the Aztecs and other indigenous groups. It delves into the cultural clashes and misunderstandings that occurred between the two groups, as well as the devastating impact of European diseases on the native population.Overall, Hernando Cortez is a comprehensive and engaging account of one of the most significant events in the history of the Americas. It provides a detailed and nuanced view of the conquest of the Aztec Empire, shedding light on the personalities, motivations, and actions of the people involved.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.