Publisher's Synopsis
The Canarian: Or Book Of The Conquest And Conversion Of The Canarians In The Year 1402 is a historical account of the conquest and conversion of the Canary Islands in the 15th century. Written by Jean de Bethencourt, a French nobleman who led the conquest of the islands, the book provides a detailed description of the events that took place during the conquest, including battles, negotiations, and alliances with the native Guanches.The book also describes the process of converting the Guanches to Christianity, which was a key objective of the conquest. Bethencourt's account provides insight into the cultural and religious practices of the Guanches, as well as the challenges faced by the conquistadors in their attempts to convert them.The Canarian is an important historical document that sheds light on the early European colonization of the Canary Islands and the impact it had on the indigenous population. It is a valuable resource for historians and scholars interested in the history of the Canary Islands, as well as the broader history of European colonization and expansion.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.
