Description |
viii, 275 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm |
Summary |
"This book discusses the battles between the Spanish explorers and the Aztecs--battles that culminated in the ruin of a civilization. Alternating between Aztec and Spanish history, it discusses events and motivations on each side and includes a thorough account of the struggle between Cortés and Montezuma"--Provided by publisher. |
Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 263-267) and index. |
Contents |
The flight of the feathered serpent -- The Spanish invasion -- The flight from Aztlán -- The voyage of Francisco de Córdoba -- A stone rising from the water -- The Grijalva expedition -- The road to empire -- In search of fame and fortune -- Divine dedication -- Tales of the bearded men -- The empire that was Montezuma's -- Native alliances -- The long road to Tlaxcala -- The massacre at Cholula -- Into the realm of enchantment -- The reins of power -- The struggle for control of Mexico -- The rage of the sun god -- La noche triste -- A foregone conclusion. |
Subject |
Montezuma II, Emperor of Mexico, approximately 1480-1520.
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Montezuma II, Emperor of Mexico, approximately 1480-1520. |
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Cortés, Hernán, 1485-1547.
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Cortés, Hernán, 1485-1547. |
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Aztecs -- First contact with other peoples.
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Aztecs -- First contact with other peoples. |
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Aztecs -- History.
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Aztecs. |
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History. |
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Mexico -- History -- Spanish colony, 1540-1810.
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Spain -- Colonies -- America -- Administration.
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Spain. |
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Colonies. |
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America. |
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Administration. |
ISBN |
0786422521 softcover alkaline paper |
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9780786422524 softcover alkaline paper |
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