A Journal of the First Voyage of Vasco da Gama 1497-1499 by Alvaro Velho et al.
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About this eBook
| Dubious author | Velho, Alvaro |
|---|---|
| Translator | Ravenstein, Ernest Georg, 1834-1913 |
| Dubious author | Sá, João de, active 15th century-16th century |
| LoC No. | 63024820 |
| Uniform Title | Roteiro da viagem de Vasco da Gama. English |
| Title | A Journal of the First Voyage of Vasco da Gama 1497-1499 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 70.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Note | Translation of Roteiro da viagem de Vasco da Gama, believed by some authorities to be the work of Alvaro Velho. Editor favors João de Sá as author, rather than Velho. |
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Produced by Chris Curnow, Joseph Cooper, Turgut Dincer and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Summary | "A Journal of the First Voyage of Vasco da Gama, 1497-1499" by Alvaro Velho et al. is a historical account that was likely written in the late 19th century. This work documents the monumental maritime journey undertaken by Vasco da Gama, who was tasked by King Manuel of Portugal to find a sea route to India in search of valuable spices. It offers a meticulous account of the discoveries and experiences of the expedition, highlighting the significance of this voyage in the context of global exploration and trade. The beginning of this journal sets the stage for Vasco da Gama's voyage, commencing on July 8, 1497, as the fleet departs from Restello, Portugal. It vividly describes the crew's experiences as they navigate the Cape Verde islands and the Southern Atlantic, encountering challenges such as storms, equipment failures, and interactions with indigenous peoples. Notably, the narrative captures the vital moments of discovery, the hardships faced, and the cultural exchanges that began to unfold during this historic expedition, crafting a basis for understanding not only the journey itself but also its broader implications in the annals of commerce and exploration. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | G: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation |
| Subject | Africa -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Voyages and travels |
| Subject | India -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Gama, Vasco da, 1469-1524 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 46440 |
| Release Date | Jul 29, 2014 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jul 31, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1215 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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