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An eye-opening biography of a 16th‑century reformer This edition presents the life of Bartholomew de Las Casas, a Dominican protector of Indigenous peoples and a pivotal voice in early American history. Drawing on contemporary accounts and later historians, it traces his struggle to reform Spanish rule in the Americas and to promote humane treatment of Native communities.

This volume blends narrative with scholarly apparatus, showing how Las Casas advised rulers, faced opposition from those driven by profit, and sought to align conquest with Christian mercy. It also includes material from the appended writings of other observers, offering a fuller view of the era and the debates around colonization.

- Follow the rise of Las Casas from priest to advocate for Indigenous rights
- See the clashes with colonial policy, court politics, and missionary life
- Understand how later historians and editors shaped the record of his work
- Explore the appendix material that situates his efforts within broader politics of the time

Ideal for readers of historical biographies, the early history of the Americas, and religious reform in the 16th century, this edition helps you weigh sources and understand the complexities of empire and mission.

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