{"title":"Hugh Thomas","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection dedicated to the works of \u003cem\u003eHugh Thomas\u003c\/em\u003e, an esteemed historian renowned for his extensive research and engaging narratives. With a focus on historical analysis, Hugh Thomas's books offer readers a captivating insight into pivotal periods and events that have shaped the world as we know it today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his notable works is \u003cstrong\u003eThe Golden Age\u003c\/strong\u003e, a masterful dive into historical events characterised by a profound understanding of the socio-political dynamics of the eras he explores. Known for his meticulous attention to detail and the ability to weave compelling stories from historical facts, Hugh Thomas makes history accessible and exciting for readers from all walks of life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have an avid interest in \u003cem\u003eHistory \u0026amp; Military\u003c\/em\u003e themes, exploring the intellectual and descriptive depth of Hugh Thomas’s work will be both enlightening and rewarding. Whether you are a history enthusiast or a curious reader, this collection provides a gateway to the past through the lens of one of the most authoritative voices in historical writing.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-golden-age-by-hugh-thomas-9780141034492","title":"The Golden Age","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe second part of Hugh Thomas' magisterial history of the Spanish Empire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCharles V, Emperor of Europe and the New World, is the central figure in the second volume of Hugh Thomas's great history of the Spanish Empire. It begins with the return of the remnants of Magellan's expedition around the world in 1522 and ends with Charles's death in 1558. In the decades between, the Spaniards conquer Guatemala, Yucatan, Columbia, Venezuela, Peru and Chile, and control the banks of the mighty River Plate. The audacious conquistador Francisco de Orellana journeys down the Amazon, Cabeza de Vaca walks from Florida to Mexico, Juan Vazquez Coronado pioneers into New Mexico and Hernando de Soto vainly pursues worldly riches in Florida, Mississippi and Georgia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHugh Thomas writes vividly, conveying the conquerors' almost disbelieving sense of what they were achieving. The discovery and subjugation of so many native peoples raised enormous controversy within Spain about how they should be treated, a debate Thomas explores perceptively, with an eye for resonances that have lasted centuries. Hugh Thomas brings alive one of the most extraordinary and influential moments in High Renaissance and world history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45911414276332,"sku":"9780141034492","price":38.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780141034492.jpg?v=1731903192"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/hugh-thomas.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}