Noticia de livreiros e impressores de Lisbôa na 2ª metade do seculo XVI

In this richly detailed study the listener is guided through the bustling world of Lisbon’s book trade during the mid‑sixteenth century. Drawing on a municipal codex, the narration paints a picture of Rua Nova, where dozens of booksellers and printers—some familiar, many previously undocumented—set up shop between 1565 and 1567. The author introduces families like the Lopes, tracing possible connections between Bartholomeu, Christovão and the later Simão, while also noting the diverse origins of their clientele. The early passages blend names, locations and modest financial assessments to give a vivid sense of the commercial landscape.

The second half of the description zooms in on a handful of notable figures, from the modest Sagramor Fernandes to the opulent João de Borgonha, whose operations involved foreign partners such as Miguel de Arenas and João de Molina. Listeners hear about the interplay of local tradition and foreign influence, the valuation of stock, and the occasional literary mystery surrounding lost novellas. By the end of the first act, the work offers a textured snapshot of a lively, competitive network that helped shape Portugal’s literary culture.