Calavar Or The Knight Of The Conquest

Calavar or The Knight of the Conquest: A Romance of Mexico is a historical novel written by Robert Montgomery Bird and published in 1854. The novel is set in 16th century Mexico during the Spanish conquest and follows the adventures of Hernando de Calavar, a Spanish knight who becomes embroiled in the conflicts and politics of the time.Calavar is a complex character, torn between his loyalty to the Spanish crown and his growing sympathy for the indigenous people of Mexico. He is also caught in a love triangle between two women, one Spanish and one indigenous, which adds a romantic element to the story.The novel is rich in historical detail, depicting the brutality of the Spanish conquest and the cultural clashes between the Spanish and indigenous peoples. It also explores themes of identity, loyalty, and the struggle for power.Overall, Calavar or The Knight of the Conquest is a compelling and immersive historical novel that offers a vivid portrayal of a pivotal moment in Mexican history.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.