num_pages: 532
description: ""History of the Reign of Ferdinand and Isabella the Catholic V2"" is a book written by William H. Prescott, which provides a detailed account of the reign of Ferdinand and Isabella, the Catholic monarchs of Spain. This is the second volume of the two-part series, which covers the period from the conquest of Granada in 1492 to the death of Isabella in 1504.The book delves into the political, social, and cultural aspects of the reign of Ferdinand and Isabella, including their efforts to unify Spain, their patronage of the arts, their religious policies, and their role in the discovery of the New World. The author also examines the conflicts and challenges faced by the monarchs during their reign, such as the Inquisition, the expulsion of the Jews, and the war with France.Prescott's writing style is engaging and accessible, making the book a valuable resource for both scholars and general readers interested in the history of Spain and the Catholic Church. The book is extensively researched and includes detailed footnotes and references, as well as maps and illustrations to aid in understanding the events and locations discussed in the text. Overall, ""History of the Reign of Ferdinand and Isabella the Catholic V2"" is a comprehensive and informative work that sheds light on a crucial period in Spanish history.1873. Prescott, is a renowned American historian who chronicled the rise and fall of the Spanish empire. Engrossed by the history of Spain, he committed himself to tracing its development into a world power. Employing secretaries to read him manuscripts sent from Spanish archives, Prescott set about writing a work of sound scholarship that would also interest a general audience. The History of the Reign of Ferdinand and Isabella the Catholic, enjoyed tremendous critical and popular success on both sides of the Atlantic. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.
language: English
title: History of the Reign of Ferdinand and Isabella the Catholic V2
titlecomplete: History of the Reign of Ferdinand and Isabella the Catholic V2
genres: History
ratings_count: 12
publisher: Kessinger Publishing