History of the Conquest of Mexico & Peru – William H. Prescott c. 1960 | Modern Library Giant

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A Sweeping Tale of Empires Colliding

First published in 1843, William H. Prescott’s twin classics chronicle the rise of Hernán Cortés and Francisco Pizarro, who toppled the mighty Aztec and Inca empires. This hefty Modern Library Giant packs both volumes into one sturdy red-cloth hardback, ready to anchor any history lover’s shelf.

Details

  • Author • William H. Prescott
  • Series • Modern Library Giant G15 (c. 1960s)
  • Format • Hardcover, no original dust jacket
  • Pages • 1,288 
  • Size • 8 × 6 × 2 in.
  • Language • English 
  • Genre • Colonial Latin-American History
  • Condition • Bright red boards, gilt emblem sharp • Binding tight • Pages clean with light uniform toning • Text-block edges faintly speckled
  • ISBN • Not issued for this edition

Why You’ll Love It

  • Two cornerstone histories in one readable volume—perfect for armchair historians
  • Durable mid-century binding built for heavy reference use

Add this landmark history to your cart today and feel the clash of empires every time you crack the spine.

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