Seven Myths of the Spanish Conquest
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Seven Myths of the Spanish Conquest by Matthew Restall
Here is an intriguing exploration of the ways in which the history of the Spanish Conquest has been misread and passed down to become popular knowledge of these events. The book offers a fresh account of the activities of the best-known conquistadors and explorers, including Columbus, Cortes, and Pizarro.
Written in an accessible style, the book targets the well-educated general readerChosen Best Book of the Year by the Economist in 2005... * Hispanic American Historical Review *
Matthew Restall is Associate Professor of Latin American History, Women's Studies, and Anthropology, and Director of Latin American Studies at Pennsylvania State University. He is the author of five books, including Maya Conquistador and The Maya World. He lives in State College, Pennsylvania.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780195176117 |
| ISBN 10 | 0195176111 |
| Title | Seven Myths of the Spanish Conquest |
| Author | Matthew Restall |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Oxford University Press Inc |
| Year published | 2004-10-14 |
| Number of pages | 240 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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