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Casas, Bartolomé de las
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Casas, Bartolome de las
Las Casas, Bartolomé de
De las Casas, Bartolomé
Historia de las Indias (vol. 5 de 5)
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"Historia de las Indias" by Bartolomé de las Casas is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work provides a detailed chronicle of the encounters between Spanish colonizers and Indigenous peoples in the Americas, shedding light on the social, cultural, and religious dynamics of the time, as well as the impact of colonization. As one of the earliest critiques of colonial abuses, it emphasizes the importance of compassion and justice towards the Indigenous population, making it a significant text for those interested in history and ethics. The opening of this volume concludes the third book of the "Historia de las Indias," detailing events in the early 16th century. It begins with Diego Velázquez's appointment by the King as the governor of the newly discovered lands, alongside reports of resistance from Indigenous leaders like Enriquillo, who rises against Spanish oppression. It captures the struggle for rights and the injustices faced by Native peoples at the hands of colonizers, establishing a narrative that critiques the morality of conquest and the treatment of the Indigenous in the name of colonial rule. The text sets the stage for broader discussions on the themes of justice, oppression, and the clash of cultures that marked this period in history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 15.1 (College graduate level). Very difficult to read.
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America -- Discovery and exploration -- Spanish -- Early works to 1800
Columbus, Christopher, 1451-1506 -- Early works to 1800
Indians, Treatment of -- Latin America -- Early works to 1800
Spain -- Colonies -- America -- Early works to 1800
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