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Chronica de el-rei D. Affonso Henriques   By: (1446-1517)

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Chronica de el-rei D. Affonso Henriques by Duarte Galvão is a well-written and detailed account of the life and reign of King Afonso I of Portugal. The author provides a comprehensive look at the key events and accomplishments of Afonso's rule, shedding light on his military campaigns, political strategies, and personal life.

Galvão's writing is clear and engaging, making it easy for readers to follow along with the narrative. He presents the historical information in a way that is both informative and entertaining, keeping the reader engaged from start to finish.

One of the standout features of the book is Galvão's attention to detail and his thorough research. He provides a wealth of information about Afonso's life, including his relationships with other rulers, his military conquests, and his efforts to establish Portugal as an independent kingdom.

Overall, Chronica de el-rei D. Affonso Henriques is a must-read for anyone interested in Portuguese history or the life of King Afonso I. Galvão's writing is engaging and informative, making this book an invaluable resource for those looking to learn more about this important figure in Portuguese history.

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Bibliotheca de Classicos Portuguezes

Proprietario e fundador Mello d'Azevedo

(VOLUME LI)

Chronica de El Rei D. Affonso Henriques

POR

DUARTE GALVÃO

ESCRIPTORIO

147 Rua dos Retrozeiros 147

LISBOA

1906

Bibliotheca de Classicos Portuguezes

Proprietario e fundador

Mello d'Azevedo

Bibliotheca de Classicos Portuguezes

Proprietario e fundador Mello d'Azevedo

(VOLUME LI)

Chronica de El Rei D. Affonso Henriques

POR

DUARTE GALVÃO

ESCRIPTORIO

147 Rua dos Retrozeiros 147

LISBOA

1906

PROLOGO

A Chronica de Duarte Galvão é a lenda de Affonso Henriques, do fundador de Portugal. O autor encontrou noticias, narrativas, tradições; agrupou as, apurou lhes a linguagem, e formou assim a Chronica que apresentou a D. Manoel. Mais tarde mudaram costumes, augmentaram convenções sociaes, cresceu a polidez cortezan, e a critica abafou o livro perigoso, inconveniente. Chegaram a chamar lhe conjuncto de fabulas. As brigas com a mãi, a violencia feroz com o legado de Roma offendiam os bons costumes, as delicadas maneiras.

Na Chronica ha lenda e tradição a par de narrativas baseadas em factos. As luctas com D. Affonso de Castella, as campanhas systematicas e porfiadas com os sarracenos, todo esse esforço enorme para augmentar o reino e garantir lhe a independencia são factos averiguados... Continue reading book >>




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