In a study published in the mid-twentieth century, French historian Robert Ricard postulated that the evangelization and conversion of the native populations of

French historian Robert Ricard postulated a quick and facile evangelization of the native populations of central Mexico. However, evidence shows that native peo

The Spanish crown wanted native peoples in its American territories to be evangelized and, to that end, facilitated the establishment of missions by various Cat

French historian Robert Ricard postulated a quick and facile evangelization of the native populations of central Mexico. However, evidence shows that native peo

A study into the role of visual and material culture in shaping early modern emotional experiences, c. 1450–1800