The last crusade : the epic voyages of Vasco da Gama
Cliff, Nigel2011
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Place reservation for The last crusade : the epic voyages of Vasco da GamaThe first accessible, authoritative, and complete modern account of Vasco da Gamas historic and audacious attempt, in 1497, to seize the spice routes and re-conquer the Holy Land
Main title:
The last crusade : the epic voyages of Vasco da Gama / by Nigel Cliff
Author:
Imprint:
London Atlantic 2011
Collation:
547 p. colour illustrations maps
Contents:
Part I. Origins: East and West -- The Holy Land -- A family war -- The ocean sea -- The end of the world -- The rivals -- Part II. Exploration: The commander -- Learning the ropes -- The Swahili coast -- Riding the monsoon -- Kidnap -- Dangers and delights -- A Venetian in Lisbon -- Part III. Crusade: The Admiral of India -- Shock and awe -- Standoff at sea -- Empire of the waves -- The King's deputy -- The crazy sea
ISBN:
9781848870185 (pbk)
Dewey class:
910.9469 LAS
Local class:
910.9469
Language:
English
Subject:
Vasco da Gama, 1469-1524 -- Journeys -- AsiaLater Crusades, 1300-1600Portuguese -- Asia -- HistoryChristianity and other religions -- Islam -- History -- 16th centuryIslam -- Relations -- Christianity -- History -- 16th centuryIndia -- Discovery and exploration -- PortugueseIndia -- Discovery and exploration -- Religious aspects
BRN:
996
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| Location | Collection | Call number | Status/Desc |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penrith | Nonfiction | 910.9469 LAS | Available |
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