Book Details

A concise, comprehensive study of the Iberian colonies in the New World from the pre-conquest through European exploration and colonization to the wars of independence in the early 19th century. This third edition includes an expanded discussion of the Maya, Aztecs, and Incas, along with recent research on popular culture and economy. An extremely well-balanced study. 32 figures. 31 photos. 5 maps. 400 pp.