Publisher's Synopsis
Commentarios do Grande Afonso Dalboquerque, compiled by his son Affonso, and edited by N. Pagliarini, offers a detailed account of the life and achievements of Afonso de Albuquerque, a key figure in the establishment of the Portuguese empire in the East. This historical biography provides invaluable insights into the strategies, challenges, and cultural interactions that shaped the early colonial era. The book chronicles Albuquerque's voyages, military campaigns, and administrative policies in Portuguese India during the 16th century.
Readers interested in naval history, colonial studies, and the biography of influential figures will find this book a valuable resource. The text illuminates the complex dynamics of power, trade, and cultural exchange during a transformative period in global history. The legacy of Afonso de Albuquerque, as portrayed in this volume, continues to be a subject of scholarly interest and debate.
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