Francis Augustus MacNutt Libros

This collection of three plays by Francis Augustus Macnutt includes Balboa, a comedic tale of a young man determined to follow his dreams; Xilona, a dramatic love story set in medieval Spain; and The Victorious Duchess, a historical play about the life of Mary Queen of Scots. With humor, passion, and political intrigue, these plays offer something for every theater-goer.

In 1522, Cortés wrote five letters to the Emperor Charles V to inform him of the events that had taken place during his expedition to Mexico. These letters detail the conflicts he faced and the alliances he formed in his campaign. Additionally, they provide invaluable insights into not only the conquest of Mexico but into Spanish colonialism in general.

A scholarly study of the life and work of one of the most important advocates for indigenous peoples in the history of the Americas. MacNutt offers a nuanced examination of Las Casas' contributions to the debate over colonialism and human rights. This book will be of interest to anyone interested in colonial history and the rights of indigenous peoples.

Exploring the early European encounters with the Americas, this work delves into the historical accounts and observations of the New World. MacNutt's reproduction of the original text provides insights into the cultural exchanges and the impact of colonization on indigenous populations. The narrative captures the challenges and discoveries faced by explorers, offering a rich perspective on a transformative period in history. This edition aims to preserve the essence of the original work while making it accessible to contemporary readers.

Francis A. MacNutt (1863–1927) war ein präziser Beobachter und großartiger Erzähler, ein brillanter Gesellschaftskritiker mit Poesie und Humor. Als erster Amerikaner zum Päpstlichen Kammerherrn im Vatikan berufen, war er außerdem Diplomat, schrieb Geschichtsbücher und Theaterstücke. Er vermochte jenseits der Sterne am Himmel zu sehen und bezeichnete seinen unbeirrbaren Glauben und seine Freundschaften, von Oscar Wilde bis Kaiserin Zita, als seine größten Schätze. „Mein Buch und ich, wir sind zur selben Zeit fertig geworden“, sagte MacNutt nur wenige Tage, bevor er auf Schloss Ratzötz in Südtirol verstarb. Sein Magnum Opus ist die faszinierende literarische Chronik eines weisen Wandlers zwischen den Welten, der auf sechs Jahrzehnte eines erfüllten Lebens zurückblickt.