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This three-volume edition of the Chronicle of King Pedro is a compelling and richly informative account of the turbulent reign of the notorious but enigmatic fourteenth-century Castilian monarch known as Pedro el Cruel. The clear and lively translation is accompanied by a Spanish text taken from Germán Orduna's groundbreaking edition and by a detailed introduction and extensive notes.

Pedro de Cieza de León's 'The War of Chupas' is a historical account of the rebellion and subsequent battle that took place in Peru in the mid-16th century. Written in a detailed and narrative style, the book provides readers with a vivid picture of the political and social turmoil of the time, offering insights into the motivations and strategies of the key players involved. Cieza de León's use of primary sources and firsthand accounts adds an authenticity to the text, making it a valuable resource for historians and scholars interested in the period. This book is a must-read for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of this lesser-known chapter of Latin American history.

Manila, 1645 reconstructs what the city of Manila was like before the earthquakes of the mid-seventeenth century. The book demonstrates the importance of addressing the history of Southeast Asia as a multi-layered framework, rather than a series of entangled histories. In doing so, Manila is contextualized not merely as a Spanish settlement connected to New Spain via America, but instead within Southeast Asia, situated between the Chinese and the Sulú Seas, and located in the centre of commercial routes used by Armenian, Dutch, and Portuguese traders. This historical and geographical context is crucial to understanding later cultural dialogues. Urban planning, housing and architecture, and social networks in the city are also examined. The book will appeal to students and scholars interested in early modern history, global history and architectural history.