Álvaro Enrigue's new novel reimagines Hernán Cortés' and Moctezuma's empires
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Exploring Perspectives on Moctezuma and Colonialism
This chapter explores the author's admiration for the people from the Americas, the shift in perspective during the war, and the impact of a tour beneath Mexico City. It delves into the character of Moctezuma, colonialism, and the lack of heroes in the story.
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