Captain of the Andes: The Life of Jose de San Martin, Liberator of Argentina, Chile and Peru - Hardcover

by Margaret H. Harrison (Author)

""Captain of the Andes"" is a comprehensive biography of Jose de San Martin, a military leader and political figure who played a crucial role in the liberation of Argentina, Chile, and Peru from Spanish colonial rule in the early 19th century. Written by Margaret H. Harrison, the book traces San Martin's life from his humble beginnings in Argentina to his military career in Spain and his eventual return to South America to lead the fight for independence. The biography delves into San Martin's strategic military tactics, his political beliefs, and his relationships with other important figures of the time, such as Simon Bolivar. The book also explores the challenges and obstacles San Martin faced during his campaigns, including opposition from colonial powers and internal conflicts within the newly liberated countries. Through extensive research and analysis, Harrison paints a vivid portrait of a complex and influential figure in South American history. ""Captain of the Andes"" is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Latin America, military strategy, or political leadership.This is a new release of the original 1943 edition.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.