Conquest of Peru by William H Prescott 1889

This 1889 edition of History of the Conquest of Peru by William H. Prescott runs to 510 pages including index and is bound in leather, published by Swan Sonnenschein & Co. of Paternoster Square, London. Prescott’s work is one of the great 19th-century historical narratives, telling the story of Francisco Pizarro’s conquest of the Inca Empire while also providing a detailed and thoughtful account of Inca civilisation before European contact. Written in a richly descriptive style, it reflects both the scholarship and the storytelling approach of the Victorian era, when history was often presented as both education and literature. Prescott himself was a remarkable figure, producing major historical works despite severe visual impairment, often writing with the aid of assistants and memory techniques. His books were widely read and influential, helping shape English-speaking understanding of the Spanish conquests in the Americas. Leather-bound editions such as this were intended to last and were often found in well-appointed personal libraries, making them appealing today both for their content and their presence as an object. Discover timeless treasures nestled in the heart of the Tasmanian bush! As a long-standing family business, we value integrity and take pride in offering high quality sustainable antiques where each piece tells a colourful story of craftsmanship and history. We offer layby, free delivery on jewellery, and accept returns within 10 days.