9781440036972 - William Hickling Prescott (Classic Reprint) de Ogden, Rollo (4 resultados)

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

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

Condición: New. KlappentextrnrnExcerpt from William Hickling PrescottThis volume makes no pretense of supplanting Ticknor s Life of Prescott. It aims simply to supplement it. Ticknor wrote the biogra phy of his lifelong friend, possessed of ample materi.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This captivating biography sheds light on the life and extraordinary achievements of William Hickling Prescott, an American historian who overcame significant challenges to become a renowned scholar. Despite losing sight in one eye and chronic inflammation in the other, Prescott embarked on an ambitious intellectual journey, meticulously studying vast amounts of material to master multiple languages and delve into diverse literary traditions. His unwavering determination and innovative use of assistive technologies enabled him to produce groundbreaking works on Spanish history, including the acclaimed "History of the Conquest of Mexico" and "History of the Conquest of Peru." This book offers a unique perspective on Prescott's personal struggles, his meticulous approach to historical research, and his enduring contributions to the understanding of global events and cultures. 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.