Empire - How Spain Became a World Power, 1492-1763 by Henry KamenHow did a barren, thinly populated country, somewhat isolated from the rest of Europe, establish itself as the world's first superpower? Henry Kamen's impressive new book offers a fresh and highly original answer.This hardcover book is in very good condition with minor imperfections to the dust jacket.ISBN 10: 0060194766 / ISBN 13: 9780060194765Publisher: HarperCollins PublishersPublication Date: 2003