The Lusiad; Or, The Discovery of India, an Epic Poem: Poetry Guide and Free Edition
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The Lusiad; Or, The Discovery of India, an Epic Poem is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Camões, Luís de (?–1580). The listed translation credits are Mickle, William Julius (1735–1788).
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"The Lusiad; Or, The Discovery of India, an Epic Poem" by Luís de Camões is a Portuguese epic poem first published in 1572. Written in ten cantos with over a thousand stanzas, this national masterpiece celebrates Vasco da Gama's voyage to India. Gods debate Portugal's fate while heroes face supernatural forces and treacherous seas. Through grand speeches and vivid descriptions, Camões transforms historical exploration into mythic adventure, elevating Portuguese sailors to legendary status and securing their place among history's greatest seafaring nations.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Lusiad; Or, The Discovery of India, an Epic Poem
- Author credits: Camões, Luís de (?–1580)
- Catalogue language: English
- Translator credits: Mickle, William Julius (1735–1788)
Catalogue subjects
- Epic poetry, Portuguese -- Translations into English
- Explorers -- Portugal -- Poetry
- Gama, Vasco da, 1469-1524 -- Poetry
- India -- Discovery and exploration -- Poetry
- Portugal -- Colonies -- Asia -- Poetry
- Portuguese poetry -- Classical period, 1500-1700 -- Translations into English
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- Category: Adventure
- Category: Classics of Literature
- Category: Mythology, Legends & Folklore
- Category: Poetry
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