William Hickling Prescott

The book ""William Hickling Prescott"" by William Charvat is a biographical work that delves into the life of the renowned American historian, William Hickling Prescott. Prescott was born in Salem, Massachusetts in 1796 and was known for his extensive research and writing on the history of Spain and Spanish America.The book provides a detailed account of Prescott's life, from his upbringing in a wealthy family to his education at Harvard University and his eventual career as a historian. It explores his struggles with blindness, which he developed at the age of 32, and how he overcame this obstacle to continue his work.Charvat also discusses Prescott's major works, such as ""The History of the Conquest of Mexico"" and ""The History of the Conquest of Peru"", which were groundbreaking in their use of primary sources and their vivid portrayal of historical events. The book also examines the critical reception of Prescott's work and his influence on the field of history.Overall, ""William Hickling Prescott"" provides a comprehensive and insightful look into the life and work of one of America's most celebrated historians.Representative Selections, With Introduction, Bibliography And Notes.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.