| Author |
Bell, Aubrey F. G. (Aubrey Fitz Gerald), 1882-1950 |
| LoC No. |
18007019
|
| Title |
Portuguese portraits
|
| Original Publication |
United Kingdom: B. H. Blackwell,1917.
|
| Note |
Reading ease score: 60.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
|
| Contents |
King Dinis -- Nun' Alvarez -- Prince Henry the Navigator -- Vasco da Gama -- Duarte Pacheco Pereira -- Affonso de Albuquerque -- Dom João de Castro.
|
| Credits |
The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
|
| Summary |
"Portuguese Portraits" by Aubrey F. G. Bell is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the notable figures and heroic episodes from Portuguese history, focusing particularly on the 15th and 16th centuries during the Age of Discovery. It aims to resurrect the stories of both well-known and forgotten heroes who contributed to shaping Portugal's identity through exploration, warfare, and pivotal historical events. At the start of the book, the author sets the stage by highlighting the rich tapestry of Portuguese history and the legacy that its great men and women left behind. Bell discusses the importance of understanding Portuguese literature and chronicles for a deeper appreciation of these historical figures. He emphasizes the achievements of key personalities like King Dinis, Nun' Alvarez, and Prince Henry the Navigator, and illustrates the challenges they faced, including conflicts with moors and other kingdoms. Bell’s engaging narrative combines historical facts with anecdotal evidence, aiming to captivate readers interested in the valor and national pride of Portugal’s past. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
|
| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
DP: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Spain, Portugal
|
| Subject |
Portugal -- Biography
|
| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
68210 |
| Release Date |
May 31, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
99 downloads in the last 30 days. |
|
Project Gutenberg eBooks are always free!
|
