Brill - Pursuing Empire: Brazilians, Dutch and Portuguese

Explore the complex history of the South Atlantic between 1620 and 1660. Pursuing Empire examines the lives of people living on the shores of the South Atlantic during a period of intense colonial occupation and empire disputes. This scholarly work moves beyond high-level politics to look at the daily struggles of individuals, families, and groups of interest. As the Dutch and Portuguese empires faced unparalleled violence to decide their futures, common people had to navigate institutional and political interests that were often beyond their control. This book provides a unique perspective on how these populations survived amidst continuous warfare and shifting colonial powers. It is an essential resource for those studying European expansion and the indigenous responses that shaped the seventeenth century.