The War of Quito

''The War of Quito'' is a historical account by Pedro de Cieza de León, first published in 1913. It details the Spanish conquest of Peru and the ensuing conflicts during the rule of Viceroy Blasco Nuñez de Vela, particularly focusing on the enforcement of laws intended to protect indigenous rights. The narrative captures the tensions between Spanish authorities and settlers, highlighting the political struggles and ambitions that shaped this critical period in South American history. Cieza de León's work is notable for its firsthand perspective on the complexities of colonial governance and indigenous resistance.