Beschreibung:
Asks how elite native intermediaries conversant in Spanish language, legal rhetoric, and personal demeanor shaped the political and cultural landscape of colonialism.
Preface ixAcknowledgments xixIntroduction 1Part 1. Conflict and Crisis, 1660–17001. "Loyal Vassal," Seditious Subject," and Other Performances 332. "Idolaters and Rebels," "Good and Faithful Indians": The Cajonos Rebellion and After 65Part 2. The Renegotiation of Local Rule: Strategies and Tactics, 1700–17703. Reform, Resistance, and Rhetoric 994. The Pact: Cacique and Cabildo 131Part 3. The Political Space Closes, 1770–18105. Bourbon Officials 1616. From "Indian Conquerors" to Local "Indians" 192Conclusion 220Notes 229Bibliography 261Index 275