Publisher's Synopsis
The Fifth Letter of Hernan Cortes to the Emperor Charles V: Containing an Account of His Expedition to Honduras is a historical document written by Hernan Cortes in 1526. The book was first published in 1868 and is a translation of the original Spanish text. The letter provides a detailed account of Cortes' expedition to Honduras, which he undertook after his conquest of the Aztec Empire in Mexico. In the letter, Cortes describes the challenges he faced during the expedition, including battles with indigenous groups and the difficult terrain of the region. He also discusses the resources and wealth he discovered in Honduras, including gold and silver mines.The letter is significant because it provides insight into the early colonial period of Latin America and the Spanish conquest of the region. It also sheds light on the motivations and actions of Hernan Cortes, who is considered one of the most important figures in the history of the Americas. Overall, The Fifth Letter of Hernan Cortes to the Emperor Charles V is a valuable historical document that provides a firsthand account of an important moment in the history of Latin America.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
