: The book is noted for its exceptional documentation and use of period-appropriate nautical terminology. Critical Reception
The novel explores the true story of Barreto's 16th-century expedition to the Solomon Islands. It follows her journey from the court in Madrid to the South Seas, where she takes command of a naval expedition after the death of her husband, the explorer Álvaro de Mendaña. La Reina De Los Mares Del Sur Javier Torras D...
: After becoming a widow during the voyage, Isabel chooses to continue the mission to colonize and Christianize the islands, demonstrating a "flight forward" mentality to survive political intrigue and mutiny. : The book is noted for its exceptional
: Isabel Barreto must navigate not only the physical dangers of the ocean but also the intense prejudices of her era . Many crew members viewed her leadership with hostility because of her gender. : After becoming a widow during the voyage,
(published October 2022) is a historical novel by Spanish author Javier Torras de Ugarte that chronicles the life of Isabel Barreto , the first female admiral in the history of navigation . Book Overview