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Relaçam dedicada A Serenissima Senhora Rainha da Gram Bretanha da Jornada que fes de Lixboa the Por-ts Mouth

By Sebastião da Fonseca
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History - Early Modern (c. 1450-1750)Travel Writing

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A first-person travel account blends a formal dedication to the British queen with a close record of a state voyage from Lisbon to Portsmouth, emphasizing public spectacle and maritime detail. It recounts ceremonial send-offs, triumphal arches, salutes, music and religious observances, alongside practical descriptions of ships, pilots, fleet movements and onboard life. Sensory impressions of departure — smoke, banners, fanfare and crowded boats — alternate with reflective and poetic addresses, producing an episodic narrative that combines diplomatic ritual, devotional tone and technical seafaring observation during a high-profile ocean crossing.

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Sebastião da Fonseca

Sebastião da Fonseca was a Portuguese author known for his work in the early 17th century. He is primarily recognized for his account titled "Relaçam dedicada A Serenissima Senhora Rainha da Gram Bretanha da Jornada que fes de Lixboa the Por-ts Mouth," which details a significant journey from Lisbon to Portsmouth. This work reflects the maritime explorations and cultural exchanges of the time, providing insights into the historical context of Portugal's interactions with England. Da Fonseca's writing contributes to the understanding of early modern travel literature and the complexities of international relations during his era.

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