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“The mention of the enchanted stone castles and the magical scene is described as from the book of Mardis, reflecting on the wonder of the urban civilization of the Mexica.”
Sentiment: Deep Dive
Trigger: urban civilization of Mexica
For: Historians and readers interested in colonial history
Key quote: “We could scarcely believe our eyes.”
The host mentions 'the book of Mardis' to highlight the awe and beauty described by Bernal Diaz when he first encountered the urban civilization of the Mexica. This reference serves to emphasize the contrast between the initial wonder and the subsequent destruction of that civilization by the Spanish.