An Inca Account of the Conquest of Peru (original) (raw)

This analysis focuses on the account of Titu Cusi Yupanqui, a neo-Inka ruler, detailing the complexities of early colonial interactions in Peru from an indigenous perspective. The translated account highlights the syncretic blend of Andean and European historical narratives, emphasizing Titu Cusi's struggle to assert his legitimacy amidst competing genealogical claims under the Spanish legal framework. Bauer's work not only contextualizes this document within its historical setting but also sheds light on the evolving methodologies of recording history and the implications of written versus oral traditions in Andean cultures.