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Lewis "Lew" Wallace (April 10, 1827 - February 15, 1905) was an American lawyer, Union general in the American Civil War, governor of the New Mexico Territory, politician, diplomat, and author from Indiana. Among his novels and biographies, Wallace is best known for his historical... Read Full Overview

In "The Fair God," Lew Wallace masterfully weaves a tale set against the backdrop of ancient Mexico, exploring themes of love, power, and cultural clash during the time of the Spanish conquest. Written in the late 19th century, its rich, ornate prose reflects both Wallace's deep... Read Full Overview

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely... Read Full Overview

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely... Read Full Overview

A fictional epic account of the fall of Montezuma and the Aztec empire, based closely on historical research, by the author of the acclaimed novel, Ben-Hur. A pioneering milestone in the development of the modern historical novel.

The Fair God or, The Last of The 'Tzins

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely... Read Full Overview

This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections
such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact,
or were introduced by the scanning process. We... Read Full Overview

In "The Fair God," Lew Wallace weaves a richly imagined narrative set in the Aztec Empire during the tumultuous era of the Spanish conquest. This illustrated edition enhances the reading experience with captivating visuals that bring to life the vibrant culture and intricate... Read Full Overview

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely... Read Full Overview