The Conqueror's Lady; Ines Suarez (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781432556730)

The Conqueror's Lady; Ines Suarez by Stella Burke May is a historical fiction novel that tells the story of Ines Suarez, a real-life Spanish conquistadora who played a significant role in the conquest of Chile. The book is set in the 16th century and follows Ines as she leaves her home in Spain to follow her lover, Pedro de Valdivia, to the New World. Ines is a strong and determined woman who faces many challenges as she travels to Chile, including harsh weather, dangerous terrain, and hostile natives. Once in Chile, Ines becomes a key figure in the Spanish colonization of the region, helping to found the city of Santiago and playing a crucial role in the battles against the Mapuche people. Along the way, she forms close relationships with other conquistadors and indigenous people, and struggles to reconcile her loyalty to Spain with her growing love for the land and people of Chile. The Conqueror's Lady; Ines Suarez is a gripping and emotional tale of love, adventure, and the clash of cultures in the early days of the New World. Stella Burke May's vivid descriptions and attention to historical detail bring Ines's story to life and offer a fascinating glimpse into a little-known chapter of history.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.

Author: Stella Burke May
ISBN-10: 1432556738
ISBN-13: 9781432556730
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 03/01/2007
Pages: 372
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.20lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.83d