Burning Their Ships (1879)

Burning Their Ships is a historical novel written by Barnet Phillips and published in 1879. The book tells the story of the Spanish conquest of Mexico and the legendary figure of Hern�����n Cort�����s. The novel is set in the early 16th century and follows the adventures of Cort�����s and his men as they land on the shores of Mexico and begin their campaign to conquer the Aztec empire.The title of the book refers to the famous story of Cort�����s ordering his men to burn their ships upon arrival in Mexico, effectively cutting off any possibility of retreat and committing themselves fully to the conquest. The novel explores the motivations behind this decision and the impact it had on the course of the campaign.Throughout the book, Phillips weaves together historical fact and fiction to create a vivid and engaging narrative. He portrays Cort�����s as a complex and charismatic leader, and delves into the political and cultural dynamics of the Aztec empire. The novel also features a cast of colorful characters, both Spanish and Aztec, who add depth and intrigue to the story.Burning Their Ships is a classic work of historical fiction that offers a compelling portrayal of one of the most significant events in world history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the conquest of Mexico, the Aztec empire, or the life of Hern�����n Cort�����s.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.