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A Brief Account of the Destruction of the Indies: Unveiling the Horrors of Colonial Conquest in the Americas

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In "A Brief Account of the Destruction of the Indies," Bartolom√© de las Casas presents a harrowing expos√© of the atrocities committed against Indigenous peoples by European colonizers in the Americas. Through meticulously documented narratives, the text captures the brutality and inhumanity of the conquest, employing a poignant yet unflinching literary style that blends descriptive realism with ethical fervor. Written in 1552, amidst the burgeoning discourse on human rights and colonialism, las Casas'Äôs work challenged the prevailing ideologies of his time, advocating for the dignity and humanity of Indigenous populations against a backdrop of exploitative colonial expansion. A Dominican friar and one of the first European advocates for Indigenous rights, Bartolom√© de las Casas experienced a profound transformation from a landowner profiting from colonization to a passionate critic of the abuses he witnessed. His firsthand encounters with the brutal conditions faced by Native peoples informed his moral perspective, urging him to become a vocal proponent for their welfare and legal rights in an era characterized by fierce imperial ambition and greed. This seminal text is essential for readers seeking insight into the ethical implications of colonization and the historical context of European-Indigenous relations. Through las Casas'Äôs compelling narrative, contemporary audiences are invited to reflect on the legacies of colonialism and the ongoing struggles for justice and recognition of Indigenous rights.

© 2019 Author's Republic (Lydbog): 9781982759919
© 2020 Good Press (E-bog): 4064066106652

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Lydbog: 19. juni 2019
E-bog: 16. marts 2020

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