1st Edition
The Portuguese and the Socio-Cultural Changes in Kerala 1498-1663
By James John
Copyright 2020
302 Pages
3 B/W Illustrations
by
Routledge
302 Pages
3 B/W Illustrations
by
Routledge
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The momentous interaction between Portugal and Kerala commenced with the historic voyage of Vasco da Gama in 1498. It had lasting impact on the society of Kerala. The voyage, with the express purpose of searching for ‘Christians and Spices’, left longlasting imprint on the life of the people of Kerala. Though the Portuguese did not have political dominion in Kerala, the political influence... Read more
1. Introduction 2. Portuguese Society and Culture 3. Kerala Society at the Arrival of the Portuguese 4. Interaction between the Portuguese and Kerala Society: (1500-1567) 5. Interaction between the Portuguese and Kerala Society: (1567-1663) 6. Conclusion
Biography
James John is Principal, St. Thomas College, Pala, and a Research Guide at M.G. University, Kottayam, Kerala. He has a Ph.D in History from Pondicherry Central University.
