Lives Of Vasco Nunez De Balboa And Francisco Pizarro

By Manuel José Quintana

Book Overview

The book ""Lives Of Vasco Nunez De Balboa And Francisco Pizarro"" by Don Manuel Josef Quintana is a detailed account of the lives and achievements of two of the most famous Spanish conquistadors who played a significant role in the exploration and conquest of the New World during the 16th century. The book begins by introducing the readers to the early life of Vasco Nunez De Balboa, who was born in 1475 in Spain. It describes his journey to the New World, his interactions with the indigenous people, and his discovery of the Pacific Ocean. The book also highlights Balboa's role in the establishment of the first permanent European settlement in the mainland of America, and his subsequent downfall at the hands of his rivals.The second part of the book focuses on the life of Francisco Pizarro, who was born in 1471 in Trujillo, Spain. It describes his early life as a soldier, his journey to the New World, and his conquest of the Inca Empire. The book also highlights Pizarro's struggles with his own men, his capture and execution of the Inca emperor Atahualpa, and his eventual downfall at the hands of his enemies.Throughout the book, the author provides a detailed account of the political, social, and economic context of the time, and the impact of the Spanish conquest on the indigenous people. The book also sheds light on the personal lives of Balboa and Pizarro, their motivations, and their relationships with their contemporaries.Overall, ""Lives Of Vasco Nunez De Balboa And Francisco Pizarro"" is a comprehensive and informative account of two of the most significant figures in the history of the New World. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of exploration and conquest, and the impact of colonialism on the indigenous people.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163791040
• ISBN13: 9781163791042
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 368 Pages
• Weight: 1.08 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"