The book ""William Hickling Prescott"" by William Charvat is a biographical work that delves into the life of the renowned American historian, William Hickling Prescott. Prescott was born in Salem, Massachusetts in 1796 and was known for his extensive research and writing on the history of Spain and Spanish America.The book provides a detailed account of Prescott's life, from his upbringing in a wealthy family to his education at Harvard University...