History of the Reign of Ferdinand and Isabella, the Catholic - Volume I

William Hickling Prescott, an influential 19th-century American historian, made significant contributions to the study of late Renaissance Spain and the early Spanish Empire despite serious visual impairments. Renowned for his eidetic memory, he produced notable works such as "The History of the Reign of Ferdinand and Isabella the Catholic" and "The History of the Conquest of Mexico." Prescott is recognized as the first American scientific historian, leaving a lasting impact on historiography through his meticulous research and insightful writings.