El libro rojo, 1520-1867, Tomo II by Vicente Riva Palacio et al.

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Author Riva Palacio, Vicente, 1832-1896
Author Martinez de la Torre, Rafael, 1828-1876
Author Mateos, Juan A. (Juan Antonio), 1831-1913
Author Payno, Manuel, 1810-1894
Title El libro rojo, 1520-1867, Tomo II
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Summary "El libro rojo, 1520-1867, Tomo II" by Vicente Riva Palacio et al. is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the profound and often tragic events in Mexican history, covering major themes such as notable crimes and acts during the Conquest, the colonial government, slavery, and the Inquisition. It provides a detailed narrative on various historical figures, with a vivid exploration of the societal conditions that allowed such events to unfold. The opening of this historical account introduces the infamous crime committed against D. Joaquín Dongo and his family in 1789, presenting a grim scene of brutality and injustice that sets the tone for the narrative. As the story unfolds, it describes the swift actions taken by the virrey D. Juan Vicente Güemes against the murderers, revealing a series of criminal events marked by a shocking level of violence. The meticulous details of the investigation illustrate the challenges faced in seeking justice during a tumultuous period in Mexico's history, highlighting the deep societal issues that spurred such tragedies. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Spanish
LoC Class F1201: North America local history: Mexico
Subject Mexico -- History
Subject Executions and executioners
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EBook-No. 53405
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Most Recently Updated Jan 24, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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