Garcia Moreno, President of Ecuador 1821-1875

Garcia Moreno, President of Ecuador 1821-1875, by Augustin Berthe, chronicles the life of Gabriel García Moreno, an influential Ecuadorian politician who served as president during two non-consecutive terms (1859-1865, 1869-1875). Known for his conservative Catholic values, Moreno advanced education and science in Ecuador while opposing corruption. His assassination during his second term marked him as a martyr, with prophetic claims regarding his life and death linked to the Blessed Virgin Mary. The book highlights his significant impact on Ecuador's political and social landscape during a tumultuous period.