Pero Da Covilhan (1897)

By Zephyrino Brandao

Book Overview

Pero Da Covilhan is a historical novel written by Zephyrino Brandao and first published in 1897. The story is set in the 15th century and follows the journey of Pero Da Covilhan, a Portuguese explorer who is sent by King John II of Portugal on a mission to explore the East and gather information about the trade routes and potential allies.The novel traces Pero's journey from Portugal to Ethiopia, India, and finally to the court of the Great Khan in China. Along the way, he encounters various obstacles and challenges, including hostile tribes, treacherous seas, and political intrigue.Despite these challenges, Pero perseveres and eventually succeeds in his mission, gathering valuable information about the East and establishing trade relations with various kingdoms and empires. Along the way, he also learns about the diverse cultures and religions of the East and gains a deeper understanding of the world beyond Europe.Pero Da Covilhan is a rich and vividly imagined historical novel that provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of exploration and discovery during the Age of Discovery. It is a must-read for anyone interested in history, adventure, and exploration.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165426684
• ISBN13: 9781165426683
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 264 Pages
• Weight: 1.01 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 7.5" x 9.3"