Zweig was one of the popular writers of the early 20th century, coming back into popularity. This biography of the great Portuguese explorer brings the Age of Discovery to life, telling the tale of one of the era's greatest adventurers. Translated by Eden and Cedar Paul In this biography Zweig brings to life the Age of Discovery by telling the tale of one of the era's most daring adventurers. In typically flowing and elegant prose he takes us on a fascinating journey of discovery ourselves.