ISBN: 9780366454792 - collecçaõ de livros ineditos de historia portugueza, vol. 1: dos reinados de d. joão i., d. duarte, d. affonso v., e d. joaõ ii (classic reprint) (3 resultados)

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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a detailed account of the 1415 Siege of Ceuta, the first major overseas conquest of the Portuguese Empire. Written in 1460 by Mestre Matheus de Pisano, a member of the Portuguese royal court, this work offers a unique perspective on the planning, execution, and aftermath of the siege. Matheus' account includes vivid descriptions of the city of Ceuta and its fortifications, the Portuguese army, and the battle itself. He also delves into the motivations and strategies of both the Portuguese and Moroccan forces, providing insights into the complex political and religious dynamics of the period. Through its detailed descriptions and analysis, this book sheds light on the significant role that the Siege of Ceuta played in the establishment of the Portuguese Empire and the broader context of the Reconquista. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…