The Revolutions of Portugal by abbé de Vertot
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"The Revolutions of Portugal" by abbé de Vertot is a historical account written in the early 18th century. The book chronicles the significant tumult and transformations in Portuguese history, particularly focusing on the uprising against Spanish rule and the subsequent quest for independence. The opening of the work sets the stage for a dramatic retelling of societal unrest in Portugal, highlighting the tensions under Spanish governance. De Vertot introduces the narrative by
examining the historical context of the nation as a distinct entity on the Iberian Peninsula, touching upon its geography and demographics. Key figures emerge, including Don Sebastian, whose rashness and zeal for conquest lead to disastrous outcomes, and the Duke of Braganza, who becomes a pivotal character in the struggle for liberation. The narrative promises tales of conspiracy, civil strife, and the interplay between tyranny and the quest for sovereignty, immersing readers in the complexities of Portugal's political and cultural landscape. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Vertot, abbé de, 1655-1735 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Roussillon, Gabriel |
| Title | The Revolutions of Portugal |
| Credits |
Produced by Chris Curnow, Matthias Grammel and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 51.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DP: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Spain, Portugal |
| Subject | Portugal -- History -- Modern, 1580- |
| Subject | Portugal -- History -- Revolution, 1640 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 43852 |
| Release Date | Sep 30, 2013 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 351 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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