The Captains And The Kings (1904)

By Henry Haynie

Book Overview

The Captains and the Kings is a historical novel written by Henry Haynie and published in 1904. Set in the 16th century, the novel tells the story of the Spanish conquest of the Inca Empire in South America. The novel follows the adventures of two Spanish captains, Diego de Almagro and Francisco Pizarro, as they lead their armies to conquer the Inca Empire and claim its riches for Spain. Along the way, they encounter fierce resistance from the Inca people, led by their emperor Atahualpa, and face treachery and betrayal from their own ranks. The novel is a vivid portrayal of the brutal and bloody conflict between the Spanish conquistadors and the Inca people, and explores themes of power, greed, and the clash of cultures. With its sweeping historical scope and vivid characters, The Captains and the Kings is a gripping and unforgettable tale of conquest and adventure.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: 1165808005
• ISBN13: 9781165808007
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 414 Pages
• Weight: 1.21 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"