“In the letters of Cortés we have a clear picture of Mexico through the simple eyes of the conqueror who admires his enemies. . . . He could write a masterly report. The second and the third letters are the clearest piece of narrative that we can ask for. We see the advance into the country; the conscientious determination to penetrate by peace; diplomacy or the sword to Montezuma’s capital; leading up to the final dramatic meeting with Montezuma himself.†―New Statesman These five letters by the Spanish conqueror; Hernando Cortés; were written to the Emperor Charles V of Spain between 1519 and 1526. They describe the earliest discoveries of the mainland; the perilous trek into hostile country; the capture of the Aztec capital; the extension of Cortés’ power throughout Mexico; the expedition to Honduras; and the organization and ordering of the Spanish empire in the new world.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Much needed perspective.By glojomojoA much needed perspective on a vanishing culture. Thank you Mr. McFeely for telling this story.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. The PeopleBy CustomerIf interested in island folks and cultures read this book. I have waited until my retirement days to become interested in the geographics that surrounds my homeland. Georgia is full of history; but Savannah is current day by day history. The surrounding coastal islands are so interesting and the people who lived there are even more interesting. I am starting a libray of literature on Georgia histroy I will never be bored. Try It.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. ... written book on Sapelo's people - history that reads like a novelBy N. LeffingwellWell written book on Sapelo's people - history that reads like a novel. Very well done.
