First edition. 8vo. 375, (xiv) pp. Text in Italian. Contemporary vellum, spine stamped in gilt, boards and text block bowed; all edges marbled; scattered toning, worm holes to rear endpapers; contemporary manuscript note on verso of front free endpaper; engraved book-plate mounted to title-page.

An early and important work on the lives of Holy Roman Emperor Charles V, dealing with the discoveries and struggles for conquest in the New World.