History of the Conquest of Mexico; vol. 2/4 — John Shaqi
History of the Conquest of Mexico; vol. 2/4Prescott, William Hickling
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History of the Conquest of Mexico; vol. 2/4
Prescott, William Hickling
Cortés, Hernán, 1485-1547; Mexico -- History -- Conquest, 1519-1540
Discontent of the Soldiery 24
Envoys from the Totonacs 25
Dissensions in the Aztec Empire 26
Proceedings in the Camp 26
Cortés prepares to return to Cuba 27
Army remonstrate 28
Cortés yields 29
Foundation of Villa Rica 30
Resignation and Reappointment of Cortés 31
Divisions in the Camp 32
General Reconciliation 33
March to Cempoalla 34
Picturesque Scenery 35
Remains of Victims 35
Terrestrial Paradise 36
Love of Flowers by the Natives 37
Their splendid Edifices 38
Hospitable Entertainment at Cempoalla 39
Conference with the Cacique 40
Proposals of Alliance 41
Advance of the Spaniards 43
Arrival of Aztec Nobles 44
Artful Policy of Cortés 45
Allegiance of the Natives 46
City of Villa Rica built 47
Infatuation of the Indians 48
CHAPTER VIII
ANOTHER AZTEC EMBASSY--DESTRUCTION OF THE IDOLS--DESPATCHES
SENT TO SPAIN--CONSPIRACY IN THE CAMP--THE FLEET SUNK
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