The Aztecs, the Conquistadors, and the making of Mexican culture

By Peter O. Koch

Subjects: Colonies, First contact with Europeans, Cortes, hernan, 1485-1547, Mexico, history, spanish colony, 1540-1810, First contact with other peoples, Montezuma ii, emperor of mexico, 1480-1520, Spain, colonies, america, History, Administration, Aztecs

Description: "This book discusses the battles between the Spanish explorers and the Aztecs--battles that culminated in the ruin of a civilization. Alternating between Aztec and Spanish history, it discusses events and motivations on each side and includes a thorough account of the struggle between Cortés and Montezuma"--Provided by publisher.