"The Adventures of Hernan Cortes, the Conqueror of Mexico" by Francis L. Hawks is a historical narrative that chronicles the life of Hernan Cortes and his role in the Spanish colonization of Mexico. The book starts with Cortes's upbringing in Medellin, Spain, where he grew up in a noble but poor family. It follows his initial frustrations and obstacles in pursuing military ambitions, such as failing to join military campaigns in Italy and accompany his kinsman to Hispaniola, showcasing his relentless drive to seek glory and wealth in the New World. The narrative details Cortes's journey to the New World and his growing desire to lead expeditions, setting the foundation for the pivotal events and conquests that would define his legacy, like his later aspirations that paved his path to Mexico.
The adventures of Hernan Cortes, the conqueror of Mexico
By Francis L. (Francis Lister) Hawks
Witness the rise of a young Spanish nobleman as he overcomes early setbacks to pursue glory and lead a daring expedition into the unknown heart of Mexico.
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About the AuthorFrancis Lister Hawks was an American writer, historian, educator and priest of the Episcopal Church. After practicing law with some distinction, Hawks became an Episcopal priest in 1827 and proved a brilliant and impressive preacher, holding livings in New Haven, Philadelphia, New York City and New Orleans, and declining several bishoprics. However, scandals during the 1830s and 40s led him to posts on the American frontier and rejection of his selection as bishop of Mississippi, Hawks was the first president of the University of Louisiana Hawks then moved to Baltimore, Maryland, and eventually returned to New York City.
Francis Lister Hawks was an American writer, historian, educator and priest of the Episcopal Church. After practicing law with some distinction, Hawks became an Episcopal priest in 1827 and proved a brilliant and impressive preacher, holding livings in New Haven, Philadelphia, New York City and New Orleans, and declining several bishoprics. However, scandals during the 1830s and 40s led him to posts on the American frontier and rejection of his selection as bishop of Mississippi, Hawks was the first president of the University of Louisiana Hawks then moved to Baltimore, Maryland, and eventually returned to New York City.
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