Unknown Seas: The Portuguese Captains And The Passage To India - Ronald Watkins

'Eclipsed for us by Columbus's westward voyages on the one hand and post-colonial proprietary feelings towards Africa and India on the other, the explorations of 15th-century Portuguese navigators have not had the recognition they've deserved in Britain ! A gripping adventure narrative, this book makes a persuasive case for the reassessment of a crucial episode in history' -- Scotsman 20031122 'stirring stuff ... a fine read' -- The Naval Review 20040201 'This book gives a well-organised account of Portuguese preparations for the expedition, and da Gama's exploits during his 2-year voyage 1497--99 ! The text flows well, and the accounts of his dealings with various groups who were none too co-operative are stirring stuff. It is a fine read' -- Naval Review 20040201

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