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Jewish Portuguese writers

  • Garcia de OrtaGarcia de Orta was born in Castelo de Vide, probably in 1501. His parents were Spanish Jews from Valencia de Alcántara who had taken refuge in Portugal after…
  • Pedro NunesPedro Nunes entered the world in 1502 within the town of Alcácer do Sal. This coastal settlement in Portugal would become his birthplace and early home.