Cultura e opulencia do Brasil por suas drogas e minas : $b com varias noticias curiosas do modo de fazer o assucar; plantar e beneficiar o tabaco; tirar ouro das minas, e descubrir as da prata; e dos grandes emolumentos que esta conquista da America Meridional da' ao Reino de Portugal, com estes, e outros generos, e contratos reaes

A rare early‑century treatise paints a vivid picture of Brazil’s booming economy through its sugarcane fields, gold and silver mines, and the bustling trade that linked the colony to Portugal. Written in a practical style, it guides plantation owners on everything from land selection and crop cultivation to the organization of labor, equipment, and daily finances. Interspersed with curious anecdotes about tobacco, mining techniques, and the intricate web of contracts, the work offers a glimpse into the everyday concerns of those who shaped the colony’s wealth.

Beyond the how‑to sections, the author reflects on the social hierarchy of the engenho—the plantation—and its interactions with merchants, clergy, and local officials. The narrative also weaves in a brief investigative thread about a missing manuscript, hinting at the high value placed on such knowledge. Listeners will find a rich blend of economic insight, cultural detail, and early modern intrigue that brings 18th‑century Brazil to life.