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by Alonso De Contreras (Author), Catherine Alison Phillips (Translator), David Hannay (Introduction by)
The Life of Captain Alonso de Contreras is a book that tells the story of the eponymous captain, who was a knight of the Military Order of St. John and a native of Madrid. The book is written by Alonso de Contreras himself and provides a detailed account of his life, from his early years as a soldier to his later years as a captain in the Spanish army.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different period of de Contreras' life. In the first chapter, he describes his childhood and his decision to become a soldier. He then goes on to recount his experiences fighting in various campaigns throughout Europe and the Americas.De Contreras also provides insight into the social and political climate of his time, describing the various conflicts and power struggles that he witnessed firsthand. He also discusses his personal relationships with other soldiers and his experiences with love and marriage.Overall, The Life of Captain Alonso de Contreras is a fascinating and informative book that provides a unique perspective on life in the 16th and 17th centuries. It is a must-read for anyone interested in military history, Spanish culture, or the lives of extraordinary individuals.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
