Publisher's Synopsis
The Commentaries of the Great Afonso Dalboquerque are a unique historical document that chart the Portuguese conquest of India during the 16th century. Written by one of the key figures in the conflict, these commentaries provide a vivid picture of the people, places, and events of the time, and offer valuable insight into the complexities of colonialism and empire-building.
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
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