Las Casas: "The Apostle of the Indies"
Championing Indigenous Rights: Las Casas' Impact on Colonial HistoryBy Alice J. Knight
Length59m
About this audiobook
In "Las Casas: 'The Apostle of the Indies,'" Alice J. Knight provides a compelling and nuanced exploration of the life and legacy of Bartolom√© de las Casas, a figure pivotal to the conversation about colonialism and human rights in the Americas. This meticulously researched work employs a blend of narrative and critical analysis, situating las Casas within the tumultuous context of 16th-century Spanish imperial expansion. Knight's literary style is both accessible and erudite, appealing to both academic audiences and general readers alike while offering a comprehensive examination of las Casas'Äôs writings and advocacy for Indigenous rights, challenged by the era's prevailing ideologies of dominance and exploitation. Knight, an esteemed scholar of colonial Latin American studies, draws upon her extensive background to weave together biographical detail and socio-political commentary. Her interest in las Casas was ignited by a desire to highlight marginalized voices in history, particularly those advocating for social justice in the face of oppression. This work not only resurrects the figure of las Casas but also interrogates the moral complexities surrounding his actions. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the ethics of colonialism and the historical discourse surrounding Indigenous rights. Knight's thoughtful analysis and passionate engagement with her subject matter invite readers to reflect on the implications of las Casas's life and the ongoing struggles for justice within contemporary narratives. Engaging and enlightening, it stands as a significant contribution to both literature and history.
Audiobook details
GenreHistory
Length59 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 9, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
6CHAPTER X
2CHAPTER VIII: THE CLOISTER
7BISHOP OF CHIAPA
3CHAPTER IX
8FOOTNOTE:
4THE LAND OF WAR
9CHAPTER XI: REVOLT IN CHIAPA
5FOOTNOTE:
10CHAPTER XII: AT COURT
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