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A famous history of the conquest of Mexico

SOLIS, Antonio de.
Histoire de la conqueste du Mexique, ou de la Nouvelle Espagne par Fernand Cortez.

With 14 engraved maps, views and plates (of which 12 folding).

With 14 engraved maps, views and plates (of which 12 folding).

With 14 engraved maps, views and plates (of which 12 folding).

With 14 engraved maps, views and plates (of which 12 folding).

With 14 engraved maps, views and plates (of which 12 folding).



Paris, Compagnie des Libraires, 1730. 2 volumes. 12mo. Contemporary mottled calf, spine gilt. With 14 engraved maps, views and plates (of which 12 folding). [32], 606, [26]; [12], 560, [22] pp.

French edition of the Historia de la Conquista de Mexico by the literary gifted Spanish historian Antonio de Solis y Ribadeneira (1610-1686), originally published in Madrid, 1684. Renowned for his historical knowledge, his taste for letters, and his kind nature, Solis was invited to become secretary to Philip IV, at the court, and in 1666 he was charged with the important function of 'cronista mayor', the historiographer for the Indies.
With plates including a general map of Mexico, some views of sailing ships, a view of Mexico-city, a large folding  bird's eye view of Tezeuco, a map of the area surrounding the lake of Mexico and views of battles.

Bindings rubbed; one quire loose; two ll. frayed; tear in one leaf. A good set.
Chadenat 6434; Sabin 86478.

Related Subjects: America [South]  America, North  Cartography  Mexico 

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