Profiles Prince Henry of Portugal, whose support enabled explorers to claim new lands, spread Christianity, and increase trade between Europe and Africa while he, himself, remained close to home.
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (pages108-109) and index.
Contents
Introduction: The navigator who wasn't -- Land's end -- Prophecy and profit -- The first crusade -- Unseen lands -- Beyond the point of no return -- Travesty at Tangier -- Slaves and civet cats -- Final voyages.
