The Portuguese period in East Africa

Justus Strandes ; Translated from the German by Jean F. Wallwork. Edited, with topographical notes, by J.S. Kirkman

Published by Nairobi, East African Literature Bureau, 1968

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Translation of Die Portugiesenzeit von Deutsch und Englisch-Ostafrika. Description: 325 pages 4 illustrations, map 23 cm Contents: The earliest glimpses of the east -- The voyage of discovery -- The imposition of treaties -- Subjugation of Kilwa -- The storming and plundering of Mombasa -- Muslim civilisation -- The evacuation of Kilwa -- Mombasa destroyed a second time -- The years of peace -- The first Turkish incursion -- The second Turkish incursion -- Construction of a fort in Mombasa -- Arrival of the Dutch and English in the Indian Ocean -- The rising in Mombasa -- The reoccupation of Mombasa -- The advent of Oman as naval power -- Three year siege and fall of Mombasa -- Recapture and final loss of Mombasa. Seller Inventory # mmcl206

Bibliographic Details

Title: The Portuguese period in East Africa

Publisher: Nairobi, East African Literature Bureau

Publication Date: 1968

Binding: Soft cover

Condition: Good

Edition: 2nd Edition