Diego Hurtado de Mendoza
Guerra de Granada: Hecha por el rey D. Felipe II, contra los Moriscos de aquel reino, sus rebeldes; Seguida de la vida del Lazarillo de Tormes, sus fortunas y adversidades
"Guerra de Granada: Hecha por el rey D. Felipe II, contra los Moriscos de aquel…" is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This work focuses on the conflict between the Spanish monarchy and the Moriscos during the reign of King Felipe II, exploring the complexities and implications of the war in Granada. The author, D. Diego Hurtado de Mendoza, provides insights into the socio-political landscape of the time, detailing both the military and human aspects of the conflict. The opening of this historical account sets the stage by emphasizing the significance of the war in Granada, framed within the broader context of Spain’s ongoing struggles with its territories and their populations. It introduces the perspective of D. Diego Hurtado de Mendoza, who aims to document the events he witnessed or learned about from those involved. He plans to focus on smaller yet critical factors that led to the overarching conflict, rather than major battles and events, emphasizing how nuanced and localized issues can escalate into larger conflicts. The beginning hints at both a personal and analytical approach to recounting the history of this tumultuous period, aiming to dissect the causes and far-reaching consequences of the war on the people involved and on Spain as a whole.