Conquerors: How Portugal Forged the First Global Empire

Crowley's emphasis on Portugal's pioneering efforts reshaped my understanding of early global history. I'm curious about what drove him to highlight this perspective.

The narrative celebrated exploration but also hinted at the darker consequences of empire. How did others interpret the portrayal of conquest and cultural impact?

The selection of stories and figures felt very focused, but I wonder what criteria guided these choices and if some voices or regions were left out intentionally.