Royal Commentaries of the Incas, and General History of Peru
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Author Description
This abridgment of Harold V. Livemore's classic translation is the only edition in any language to represent both halves of Garcilaso's historical narrative in one volume. Karen Spalding's new introduction and notes set Garcilaso in his intellectual, historical, and cultural contexts.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
The Royal Commentaries of the Incas chronicles the history, culture, and society of the Inca Empire and its subsequent conquest by the Spanish.
THE SCOPE MAP
- A comprehensive account of Inca civilization, including their social structures, religious beliefs, and political organization.
- Detailed narratives of the Spanish conquest of Peru, focusing on key events and figures.
- Insights into the life and perspective of Garcilaso de la Vega, an Inca-Spanish mestizo.
- Analysis of the cultural and historical contexts of the Inca Empire and the colonial period.
- The only edition in any language to represent both halves of Garcilaso's historical narrative in one volume.
- New introduction and notes by Karen Spalding, placing Garcilaso within his intellectual, historical, and cultural contexts.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
This abridged translation of Garcilaso de la Vega's seminal work is noted for its comprehensive representation of both parts of his historical narrative within a single volume. The inclusion of Karen Spalding's introduction and annotations provides valuable context, situating Garcilaso's account within its intellectual, historical, and cultural milieu. The work is recognized for its detailed exploration of Inca civilization and the Spanish conquest, offering a unique perspective from a mestizo author.
Page Count:
1530
Publication Date:
1987-01-01
ISBN-10:
0292770383
ISBN-13:
9780292770386
History
Non-Fiction
Cultural History
Colonial Era
South America
Inca Empire
