Don Sebastian; or, The House of the Braganza: An Historical Romance, Volume 1

Published in the early 19th century, 'Don Sebastian; or, The House of the Braganza' is an historical romance by Anna Maria Porter. The novel centers around the fictional character Don Sebastian, inspired by a plaque commemorating a mysterious Portuguese stranger. While set against a historical backdrop, the story and its characters are products of Porter's imagination, blending romance with historical elements.