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The Emancipation of South America

Enriched edition. The Liberation Struggles of 19th Century South America

by Bartolomé Mitre, Holly Murray ...

Translated by William Pilling ...

In "The Emancipation of South America," Bartolom√© Mitre intricately weaves a historical narrative that chronicles the struggles and triumphs of South America as it breaks free from colonial rule. His prose, marked by meticulous research and a passion for national identity, delves into the revolutionary movements that swept across the continent in the early 19th century. Mitre's work is not only a ... Read more

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In "The Emancipation of South America," Bartolom√© Mitre intricately weaves a historical narrative that chronicles the struggles and triumphs of South America as it breaks free from colonial rule. His prose, marked by meticulous research and a passion for national identity, delves into the revolutionary movements that swept across the continent in the early 19th century. Mitre's work is not only a
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Ponce de Leon: The Rise of the Argentine Republic

by William Pilling ...

THE BABYHOOD OF A GREAT NATION PROLOGUE The Argentine Republic drew her first faltering breath in a time of universal tumult. Europe was in a blaze from the confines of Russia to the Atlantic; the air reeked with blood, the demon of war strode rough-shod over a whole continent, at each step crushing some ancient nation to the dust. The peoples of Europe, down-trodden for ages, rose in their misery ... Read more

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THE BABYHOOD OF A GREAT NATION PROLOGUE The Argentine Republic drew her first faltering breath in a time of universal tumult. Europe was in a blaze from the confines of Russia to the Atlantic; the air reeked with blood, the demon of war strode rough-shod over a whole continent, at each step crushing some ancient nation to the dust. The peoples of Europe, down-trodden for ages, rose in their misery
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Ponce de Leon The Rise of the Argentine Republic

by William Pilling ...

The book likely covers the life of Juan Ponce de León, who was a prominent figure during the early days of the Argentine Republic. Ponce de León played a significant role in Argentine politics and society, contributing to the nation's development during its formative years. The narrative would likely explore his political maneuvers, interactions with other key figures of the time, and his impact ... Read more

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The book likely covers the life of Juan Ponce de León, who was a prominent figure during the early days of the Argentine Republic. Ponce de León played a significant role in Argentine politics and society, contributing to the nation's development during its formative years. The narrative would likely explore his political maneuvers, interactions with other key figures of the time, and his impact
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Ponce de Leon: The Rise of the Argentine Republic

Enriched edition. Tracing Argentina's Political Evolution

by William Pilling, Levi Parker ...

In "Ponce de Leon: The Rise of the Argentine Republic," William Pilling meticulously chronicles the life and contributions of the titular figure, highlighting the complex interplay of politics and society during the formative years of Argentina'Äôs history. Pilling employs a narrative style that is both engaging and scholarly, oscillating between biographical detail and socio-political analysis. ... Read more

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In "Ponce de Leon: The Rise of the Argentine Republic," William Pilling meticulously chronicles the life and contributions of the titular figure, highlighting the complex interplay of politics and society during the formative years of Argentina'Äôs history. Pilling employs a narrative style that is both engaging and scholarly, oscillating between biographical detail and socio-political analysis.
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The Emancipation of South America

Enriched edition. A Vivid Chronicle of 19th-Century Independence, Revolution, and the Birth of a New Continent

by Bartolomé Mitre ...

Translated by William Pilling ...

In "The Emancipation of South America," Bartolomé Mitre masterfully chronicles the tumultuous struggles for independence across the continent in the early 19th century. The text blends meticulous historical detail with a narrative flair that brings to life the fervent revolutionary spirit of the era. Mitre's prose is imbued with a sense of urgency and passion as he examines the political, social, ... Read more

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In "The Emancipation of South America," Bartolomé Mitre masterfully chronicles the tumultuous struggles for independence across the continent in the early 19th century. The text blends meticulous historical detail with a narrative flair that brings to life the fervent revolutionary spirit of the era. Mitre's prose is imbued with a sense of urgency and passion as he examines the political, social,
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Facundo

Or, Civilization and Barbarism

by Domingo F. Sarmiento ...

Translated by Mary Peabody Mann ...

Ostensibly a biography of the gaucho barbarian Juan Facundo Quiroga, Facundo is also a complex, passionate work of history, sociology, and political commentary, and Latin America's most important essay of the nineteenth century. It is a study of the Argentine character, a prescription for the modernization of Latin America, and a protest against the tyranny of the government of Juan Manuel de ... Read more

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Ostensibly a biography of the gaucho barbarian Juan Facundo Quiroga, Facundo is also a complex, passionate work of history, sociology, and political commentary, and Latin America's most important essay of the nineteenth century. It is a study of the Argentine character, a prescription for the modernization of Latin America, and a protest against the tyranny of the government of Juan Manuel de
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Facundo: Or, Civilization and Barbarism

by Domingo F. Sarmiento ...

Domingo Faustino Sarmiento was a writer and journalist who would become the seventh president of Argentina. His 1845 book, "Facundo: Or, Civilization and Barbarism" is considered a cornerstone of Latin American literature, a work of creative non-fiction that illustrates the region's development, modernization, power, and culture. Literary critic Roberto González Echevarría describes the work as ... Read more

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Domingo Faustino Sarmiento was a writer and journalist who would become the seventh president of Argentina. His 1845 book, "Facundo: Or, Civilization and Barbarism" is considered a cornerstone of Latin American literature, a work of creative non-fiction that illustrates the region's development, modernization, power, and culture. Literary critic Roberto González Echevarría describes the work as
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Liberty or Death!

The Life and Campaigns of Richard L. Vowell: British Legionnnaire and Commander - Hero and Patriot of the Americas

by Maria Páez Victor ...

This is the story of Richard Longfield Vowell, an audacious and intrepid young English adventurer who abandoned his studies at Oxford in 1817 to fight against the Spanish Empire that had ruled Latin America for 300 years. It is also the story of the little known British Legion, formed of English and Irish volunteers, which became an integral part of Simón Bolívar’s patriot army. The British Legion ... Read more

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This is the story of Richard Longfield Vowell, an audacious and intrepid young English adventurer who abandoned his studies at Oxford in 1817 to fight against the Spanish Empire that had ruled Latin America for 300 years. It is also the story of the little known British Legion, formed of English and Irish volunteers, which became an integral part of Simón Bolívar’s patriot army. The British Legion
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Bolivar

The Liberator of Latin America

by Robert Harvey ...

Simon Bolivar freed no fewer than what were to become six countries-a vast domain some 800,000 square miles in extent-from Spanish colonial rule in savage wars against the then-mightiest military machine on earth. The ferocity of his leadership and fighting earned him the grudging nickname the devil” from his enemies. His astonishing resilience in the face of military defeat and seemingly hopeless ... Read more

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Simon Bolivar freed no fewer than what were to become six countries-a vast domain some 800,000 square miles in extent-from Spanish colonial rule in savage wars against the then-mightiest military machine on earth. The ferocity of his leadership and fighting earned him the grudging nickname the devil” from his enemies. His astonishing resilience in the face of military defeat and seemingly hopeless
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The Conquistadors

by Hammond Innes ...

This enthralling study which examines the impact of the Spaniards upon the Aztec and Inca worlds is dominated by the personalities involved, in particular Cortes and Montezuma. Their confrontation in the Aztec lake-city of Tenochtitlan is a moving drama of human conflict revealing the dilemma and the enigma of the Indians. It is a story of battles and voyages, full of strange episodes – Cortes ... Read more

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This enthralling study which examines the impact of the Spaniards upon the Aztec and Inca worlds is dominated by the personalities involved, in particular Cortes and Montezuma. Their confrontation in the Aztec lake-city of Tenochtitlan is a moving drama of human conflict revealing the dilemma and the enigma of the Indians. It is a story of battles and voyages, full of strange episodes – Cortes
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The Spanish Conquest of the Americas

by Irving Richman ...

The Spaniard of the fifteenth century is recognizable by well-defined traits: he was primitive, he was proud, he was devout, and he was romantic. His primitiveness we detect in his relish for blood and suffering; his pride in his austerity and exclusiveness; his devoutness in his mystical exaltation of the Church; and his romanticism in his passion for adventure.After printing had spread in Spain, ... Read more

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The Spaniard of the fifteenth century is recognizable by well-defined traits: he was primitive, he was proud, he was devout, and he was romantic. His primitiveness we detect in his relish for blood and suffering; his pride in his austerity and exclusiveness; his devoutness in his mystical exaltation of the Church; and his romanticism in his passion for adventure.After printing had spread in Spain,
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The Mexican Wars for Independence

by Timothy J. Henderson ...

A "well-balanced and clearly argued" overview of Mexico's wars for independence between 1810 and 1821 (Clay Reynolds, The Dallas Morning News )."Henderson tells this complex story with admirable analytic clarity in a readable narrative that reflects recent research and writing. He breathes life into iconic figures like Hidalgo and Morelos, while maintaining a critical perspective." —Pete... ... Read more

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A "well-balanced and clearly argued" overview of Mexico's wars for independence between 1810 and 1821 (Clay Reynolds, The Dallas Morning News )."Henderson tells this complex story with admirable analytic clarity in a readable narrative that reflects recent research and writing. He breathes life into iconic figures like Hidalgo and Morelos, while maintaining a critical perspective." —Pete...
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