Frontiers of Possession: Spain and Portugal in Europe and the Americas
by Tamar Herzog
In Frontiers of Possession, Tamar Herzog investigates how Spain and Portugal articulated and disputed their territorial rights in Europe and the Americas. Drawing on historical records, the book uncovers the legal and political frameworks that governed frontier delineation, revealing the intricate processes behind imperial expansion and rivalry in the early modern era.
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Frontiers of Possession examines the complex interplay of territorial claims by Spain and Portugal during the early modern period. The book focuses on how these Iberian powers navigated concepts of ownership in both European and American contexts.
Tamar Herzog analyzes the legal, diplomatic, and cultural mechanisms used to establish and defend frontiers. It highlights the shared histories and rivalries that shaped colonial expansions.
The narrative covers the evolution of possession from medieval traditions to imperial strategies, offering insights into the foundations of modern international boundaries.
Through archival evidence, the work reveals the fluidity of borders and the ongoing negotiations that defined empires.
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