Tractado da terra do Brasil by Pero de Magalhães Gandavo
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| Author | Gandavo, Pero de Magalhães, -1576 |
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| Title |
Tractado da terra do Brasil
no qual se contem a informação das cousas que ha nestas partes feito por P.º de Magalhaes |
| Note | Reading ease score: 50.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits | Júlio Reis, Carlo Traverso and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Summary | "Tractado da terra do Brasil" by Pero de Magalhães Gandavo is a historical account written during the late 16th century. The book serves as a detailed exploration of Brazil's geography, natural resources, and the indigenous populations encountered by the Portuguese during their colonization efforts. It aims to inform readers about the land's fertility and potential for agricultural development. The text is structured around descriptions of various captaincies along the Brazilian coast, detailing their respective resources, climate, and social conditions. Gandavo emphasizes the abundance of sugar, cotton, and the rich natural environment, which he believes could support a thriving population. He also discusses the distinctiveness of the indigenous tribes, their customs, and their interactions with European settlers, often highlighting the challenges posed by indigenous resistance. Overall, the work is both a celebration of Brazil's potential and a practical guide for prospective settlers seeking fortunes in this new land. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | Portuguese |
| LoC Class | F2501: Latin America local history: Brazil |
| Subject | Brazil |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 28122 |
| Release Date | Feb 19, 2009 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 2, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 158 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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