History of the Conquest of Peru, with a Preliminary View of the Civilisation of the Incas. This item is unavailable.History of the Conquest of Peru, with a Preliminary View of the Civilisation of the Incas

A smartly bound new edition of this history of the conquest of Peru from renowned historian William Hickling Prescott. New edition. Author's authorised edition. With a frontispiece. A detailed study into the significant events surrounding the Spanish conquest of the Inca Empire, providing accounts of the rich history and societal structures of the Incas prior to their encounter with European forces. Prescott explores both the cultural depth of the Peruvian civilization and the dramatic consequences of its defeat. Written by William Hickling Prescott, an American historian and Hispanist, who is widely recognized by historiographers to have been the first American scientific historian. Considered one of the most eminent historians of nineteenth century America. In the original full calf binding. Externally, smart with light rubbing and minor bumping to the extremities. The odd mark to the boards with minor loss to the rear board. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are very bright with the odd spot. Very Good.…