The book ""History Of The Conquest Of Peru V2: With A Preliminary View Of The Civilization"" is a historical account written by William Hickling Prescott in 1847. The book is the second volume of a two-part series that details the conquest of Peru by the Spanish conquistadors in the 16th century.The book begins with a preliminary view of the civilization of the Incas, the indigenous people of Peru, and their political and social structure. It then goes on to describe the arrival of the Spanish conquistadors led by Francisco Pizarro, their encounters with the Incas, and the subsequent conquest of their empire.Prescott's account is based on extensive research and includes detailed descriptions of the battles, political intrigue, and cultural clashes that occurred during the conquest. He also examines the impact of the conquest on the indigenous people and their society.The book is written in a clear and engaging style, making it accessible to both scholars and general readers. It is considered a classic work of historical literature and an important contribution to the understanding of the history of Peru and South America.In Two Volumes.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.