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The Lusiad of Camoens is a classic epic poem written by the Portuguese poet Luis de Camoens. Originally published in 1572, this book tells the story of Vasco da Gama's voyage to India and Portugal's rise as a maritime power. The poem is divided into ten cantos, each of which describes a different aspect of Vasco da Gama's journey. The Lusiad of Camoens is known for its vivid descriptions of the sea, the exotic lands that Vasco da Gama and his crew encountered, and the battles they fought. It is also notable for its use of classical mythology and allegory to convey moral lessons. This 1880 edition of the book includes an introduction by the translator, Richard Francis Burton, and a glossary of terms. The Lusiad of Camoens is a masterpiece of Portuguese literature and an important work in the canon of epic poetry.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.