9781330723708 - The Story of New Mexico (Classic Reprint) di Ladd, Horatio Oliver (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book details the Spanish discovery and invasion of New Mexico from 1536 to 1591, a period of immense cultural collision. It begins with the first European exploration of the region by fray Marcos de Niza in 1539, and the subsequent expedition by Francisco Vásquez de Coronado in 1540-1542. The author uses historical documents and archaeological evidence to piece together the events of these expeditions, providing insights into the motivations, experiences, and impact of the Spanish conquistadors on the indigenous peoples of New Mexico. The book also highlights the importance of cultural exchange, resource exploitation, and the ongoing legacy of colonization in shaping the history of the region. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.