Commander Mendoza is a novel written by Juan Valera and published in 1893. The book is set in the early 19th century and tells the story of a Spanish naval commander named Don Alonso Mendoza. Mendoza is a proud and honorable man who is deeply committed to his duty and his country. He is sent on a mission to the Philippines to put down a rebellion and restore order to the region. Along the way, he encounters a number of challenges and obstacles, including treacherous terrain, hostile natives, and a love interest who complicates his mission. Despite these challenges, Mendoza remains steadfast in his commitment to his duty and his country. The novel explores themes of duty, honor, patriotism, and love, and provides a vivid portrait of life in the Spanish colonial empire during the 19th century. Valera's writing is noted for its elegant prose, vivid descriptions, and nuanced characterizations, making Commander Mendoza a classic of Spanish literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.