Jose Toribio Medina, Humanist of the Americas: An Appraisal is a book written by Maury A. Bromsen that provides a comprehensive overview of the life and work of Jose Toribio Medina. Medina was a prominent Chilean historian and bibliographer who made significant contributions to the study of the history of the Americas, particularly Latin America. The book examines Medina's impact on the field of history and his role in promoting the study of Latin American history in the United States. It also explores his extensive collection of rare books and manuscripts, which he used to further his research. The book provides a detailed analysis of Medina's scholarship, including his studies of the early Spanish colonial period in the Americas, the history of the Inca civilization, and the influence of the Catholic Church in Latin America. Overall, Jose Toribio Medina, Humanist of the Americas: An Appraisal is an insightful and informative read for anyone interested in the history of Latin America and the contributions of one of its most influential scholars.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.