Francisco Pizarro and the Conquest of Peru

Francisco Pizarro and the Conquest of Peru
Francisco Pizarro and the Conquest of Peru, written by Frederick A. Ober, details the life of the Spanish conquistador Francisco Pizarro (1471-1541) and his expedition to conquer the Inca Empire. Born into poverty, Pizarro rose from humble beginnings to lead a small force of 168 men in the successful subjugation of a vast and wealthy civilization. This biography highlights Pizarro's strategic prowess and the impact of his conquests on the history of Peru and Spanish colonial expansion. It provides insight into the motivations and challenges faced by Pizarro during his quest for wealth and power in the New World.









