William H.

DESCRIPTION: I present at auction a GREAT CLASSIC of the grand epic of the New World: "HISTORY OF THE CONQUEST OF MEXICO : with a preliminary view of the ancient Mexican Civilization, and the life of the conqueror, HERNANDO CORTES", an indispensable classic for any traveling, great explorations, discoveries or history library. This magnificent work, complete in 3 volumes, magnificently adorned with the coat of arms of Hernán Cortés on each spine, revives the dizzying adventure of the first Europeans entering the heart of the unknown, uncharted and mysterious Aztec empire. Our copy stands out for its rich and fascinating apparatus of engravings, composed of detailed exploration maps unfolding in steel engravings and splendid portraits engraved out of text. Delving into its pages is to embark on a genuine journey through time and into virgin territories: the work features an impressive fold-out map tracing the bold and dangerous exploration route of Cortés’s troops toward Tenochtitlan, the fold-out map of the legendary Valley of Mexico with its lakes and defensive islets, the majestic engraved portrait of Hernán Cortés equipped with his battle armor, the imposing portrait of Emperor Moctezuma adorned with his imperial attributes, and the engraved facsimile of the signature and autograph of the legendary Spanish conqueror. Furthermore, the work delves with striking detail into the darker and more fascinating aspects of the Aztec civilization, dedicating sobering pages to the bloody rites and HUMAN SACRIFICES celebrated atop the pyramids and temples of Tenochtitlan to appease its fierce deities. This masterpiece was written by the eminent American historian William H. Prescott (1796–1859), who managed to masterfully capture both the fascination of expeditions into unknown lands and the dramatic clash between two irreconcilable worlds. Its reading is vibrant and thrilling: the author narrates events with rapid tempo, transporting the reader to impenetrable jungles, bloody battles, ambushes and diplomatic encounters with chiefs and warrior Indians, combining historical rigor with the emotion of the best travel and adventure book. THE GREATEST EPIC ABOUT THE CONQUEST AND EXPLORATION OF MEXICO! THRILLING, MYSTERIOUS, IMPERATIVE AND FILLED WITH ADVENTURE. DO NOT LET IT SLIP AWAY! PUBLICATION YEAR: London, 1847. Published by the prestigious Richard Bentley imprint. LANGUAGE: English (Original version). SIZE AND PAGINATION: Dimensions: 3 volumes in 8vo, measures 23 x 14.5 cm. Pagination: xxx, 442 pp ; xvi, 439 pp ; xvi, 455 pp. COMPLETE WORK. CONDITION: Elegant original heraldic binding in editorial cloth, in good condition, with some signs of wear, as shown in the photos. Flat spines richly ornamented with golden letters and magnificent COATS OF ARMS OF HERNÁN CORTÉS. The coat of arms of Hernán Cortés was granted by Emperor Charles V along with the Order of Santiago and the title of Marquis of the Valley of Oaxaca (Mexico), as a prize for his feats in America in favor of the Spanish Crown. The meaning of the coat of arms is as follows: + First quarter: Double-headed eagle in sable on a silver field (Arms of the Austrias). + Second quarter: Three crowns of gold on a black sable. They symbolize the three lords of the Aztec Empire: Moctezuma, Cuitláuac and Cuauhtémoc, who were defeated by Cortés. + Third quarter: Lion on a red field. Persistence and valor symbolized by the lion and the field symbolizes the blood shed in combat. + Fourth quarter: City of Mexico on silver and blue borders. Material representation of the conquered empire. + Bordure of seven chained heads (around the perimeter of the shield). They symbolize the seven vassals of Moctezuma, who were conquered when Mexico City fell. + Crest or upper finish of the shield: Helmet for being a knight of the Order of Santiago and a Tiger symbolizing the strength, cunning and fierceness of the conqueror, to which wings have been added representing the power of flight. The interior of the books is preserved in excellent condition, clean and fresh, as shown in the photos. Copy embellished with magnificent fold-out expedition maps, beautiful steel-engraved portraits and the facsimile of Hernán Cortés’s signature. GOOD COPY THE GREATEST EPIC ABOUT THE CONQUEST AND EXPLORATION OF MEXICO! THRILLING, MYSTERIOUS, IMPERATIVE AND FILLED WITH ADVENTURE. DO NOT LET IT SLIP AWAY! SHIPPING POLICY: Shipping costs are grouped to help you save. Economical shipping with major carriers: Shipping to Spain --> via: CTT Express 24h or CORREOS Shipping to Europe --> via: UPS Express 48-72h / FedEx Express 48-72h (Some countries may have longer transit times) Shipping to the United States --> via: UPS Express 48h / FedEx Express 48h (We have been informed by our customers that these companies are less strict or do not apply the new 15% tax on imported products) Shipping to China --> via: UPS Express 24h Shipping to Rest of the World --> via: UPS Express 48h / FedEx Express 48h *The books will be carefully packed so they travel comfortably to their new home.

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