Commentarios Do Grande Afonso Dalboquerque: Capitão Geral Que Foi Das Indias Orientaes Em Tempo Do Muito Poderoso Rey D. Manuel, O Primeiro Deste Nome [Portuguese]

By Afonso de Albuquerque

Commentarios Do Grande Afonso Dalboquerque, Part 1, recounts the life and deeds of Afonso de Albuquerque, a significant figure in Portuguese exploration and the establishment of Portuguese power in India. This volume details his early career and voyages, offering insights into the political and military strategies employed by the Portuguese in the East during the reign of King Manuel I.

Written in Portuguese, this historical account provides a valuable primary source for understanding the complexities of European expansion, the spice trade, and the interactions between different cultures during the Age of Discovery. Albuquerque's actions had a lasting impact on the geopolitical landscape of the Indian Ocean, and this book sheds light on his motivations, challenges, and achievements.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: Portuguese
• ISBN: 1245124528
• ISBN13: 9781245124522
• Release Date: September 2011
• Publisher: Nabu Press
• Length: 406 Pages
• Weight: 1.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.1" x 9.2"