Henry Kamen is a fellow of the Royal Historical Society in London and an emeritus professor of the Higher Council for Scientific Research in Barcelona. He is the author of Empire: How Spain Became a Great Power, 1492-1763, as well as several other books on Spain. He divides his time between Barcelona and the United States.
"Enthralling .... Magnificent history." -- Wall Street Journal"Well written and exactingly researched." -- Kirkus Reviews"An import chronicle, written with fluidity and a commanding sweep, along with a sharp eye for telling detail." -- Atlantic Monthly"As new forms of global imperialism develop, this sophisticated and broad-minded book could not be more timely." -- Publishers Weekly
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