Publisher's Synopsis
The Life and Acts of Don Alonzo Enriquez De Guzman, A Knight of Seville of the Order of Santiago is a historical book written by Clements R. Markham. The book tells the story of Don Alonzo Enriquez De Guzman, a Spanish knight who lived during the 16th century. Don Alonzo was a member of the Order of Santiago, a prestigious order of knights in Spain.The book details the life and achievements of Don Alonzo, including his military campaigns and diplomatic missions. Don Alonzo was involved in many important events in Spanish history, including the conquest of the Americas and the wars against the Moors.The book also explores the personal life of Don Alonzo, including his relationships with his family and friends. It provides a glimpse into the social and cultural norms of 16th century Spain.Overall, The Life and Acts of Don Alonzo Enriquez De Guzman, A Knight of Seville of the Order of Santiago is a fascinating exploration of the life of a remarkable historical figure. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Spanish history or the history of the Order of Santiago.1862. An English traveler, geographer and author, Markham published 50 volumes of biography and ethnohistory and translated many accounts of Spanish explorations. He translated this volume from an original and unedited manuscript in the National Library at Madrid.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.
