By Right of Conquest: Or, With Cortez in Mexico (Works of G. A. Henty) [Hardcover]

G. A. Henty (Author), W. S. Stacey (Illustrator, Author), J. Steven Wilkins (Foreword), G.A Henty (Author), Preston/Speed Publications (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 1997 | Series: Works of G. A. Henty

The conquest of Mexico by a small band of resolute men under the magnificent leadership of Cortez is always rightly ranked amongst the most romantic and daring exploits in history. With this as the ground-work of his story Mr. Henty has interwoven the adventures of an English youth, Roger Hawkshaw, the sole survivor of the good ship Swan, which had sailed from a Devon port to challenge the mercantile supremacy of the Spaniards in the New World. He is beset by many perils amongst the natives, but is saved by his own judgment and strength, and by the devotion of an Aztec princess. At last by a ruse he obtains the protection of the Spaniards, and after the fall of Mexico he succeeds in regaining his native shore, with a fortune and a charming Aztec bride.--- 10 illustrations, 2 maps

Product Details

• Hardcover: 375 pages
• Publisher: Preston-Speed Pubns (April 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1887159118
• ISBN-13: 978-1887159111
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.4 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #433,927 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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23 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A book of truth!, December 15, 2003

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A. Vawser "gmpvideo" (Idaho) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: By Right of Conquest: Or, With Cortez in Mexico (Works of G. A. Henty) (Hardcover)

This book has become an instant favorite with me. I really love how Mr. Henty shows the true reasons behind Cortez's conquest, and not the pack of lies that we usually hear in history. The thing that got my attention was the Henty made it clear that both sides had their good and bad intentions. The Mexicans wanted peace to reign but yet they exercised brutal human sacrifices to their gods. The Spanish wanted to spread the Gospel to the world but they were noted for their brutality in war. There are no reasons to search for good or bad guys, as the hero in this story is torn between the two sides. If you really want to read how history should be written, read this book.

13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Good Book, May 28, 1999

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This review is from: By Right of Conquest: Or, With Cortez in Mexico (Works of G. A. Henty) (Hardcover)

BY RIGHT OF CONQUEST is a great book. It tells the story of a boy who is shipwrecked on a island where the people think he is a god. When Cortez comes to fight the people of the islands the boy is caught in the fray. This story is a great book full of excitment like in the middle of battles or running away in a boat. Even a point where the boy must escape from being sacrificed. This is a wonderful book which I encourage many to read.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Better each time I read it, May 12, 2011

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Hannah--reviewing by Philippians 4:8 (USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: By Right of Conquest: Or, With Cortez in Mexico (Works of G. A. Henty) (Hardcover)

Full of historical and cultural information, while keeping mostly clean in light of its content, 'By Right of Conquest' gives a balanced picture of Cortez and the Aztecs. Though it deals with horrifically violent events, they are written non-descriptively. The characters are easy to relate to and the story is interesting. Roger doesn't always do what is right, but his aim is always to do righteously and he looks out for others more than for himself. Highly recommended for those who enjoy historical fiction or want to study this time period or culture.