History of the Reign of Philip the Second King of Spain Part Three

The History of the Reign of Philip the Second King of Spain V3 is a book written by William H. Prescott. It is a detailed account of the reign of Philip II, who ruled Spain from 1556 to 1598. The book is the third volume in a series that covers the entire reign of Philip II. It provides an in-depth analysis of the political, social, and cultural events that took place during his reign. The author has used primary sources like official documents, letters, and memoirs to create a comprehensive and accurate account of the period. The book covers important topics such as the Spanish Inquisition, the wars in the Netherlands, the colonization of the Americas, and the rise of Spain as a global power. It also explores the personal life of Philip II, his relationships with his family, his courtiers, and his advisors. The History of the Reign of Philip the Second King of Spain V3 is a valuable resource for historians, scholars, and anyone interested in the history of Spain and Europe during the 16th century.1859. Volume III of III. 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. Contents: The Moors of Spain; Rebellion of the Moriscoes; War with the Turks; and Domestic Affairs of Spain. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing. Volume 1 ISBN 0766193764, Volume 2 ISBN 0766193772.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.