The History of the Revolutions of Portugal by Vertot and Boisgelin de Kerdu
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| Author | Vertot, abbé de, 1655-1735 |
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| Author | Boisgelin de Kerdu, Pierre Marie Louis de, 1758-1816 |
| Title | The History of the Revolutions of Portugal |
| Note | Reading ease score: 44.1 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The History of the Revolutions of Portugal" by the Abbé Vertot and continued by Louis de Boisgelin de Kerdu is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The work aims to detail key events and revolutions in Portugal, particularly focusing on the dynamics of power shifts and the roles of various kings during tumultuous times. This narrative is particularly relevant amid recent historical events that have captivated public interest. At the start of the book, the preface discusses the importance of modern history education and introduces Vertot's original work on the Portuguese revolutions, highlighting its use as an educational text. The opening also establishes context regarding Portugal’s geopolitical landscape, beginning with the kingdom's initial struggles against Moorish conquest and subsequent establishment under Count Henry of Burgundy. The narrative underscores the evolving political dynamics, emphasizing the complex relationships between rulers, ministers, and the common people, as well as the impact of foreign influences and ambitions within the kingdom. Through this engaging lens, readers are introduced to the rise of the Portuguese monarchy and the historical significance of these revolutions. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DP: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Spain, Portugal |
| Subject | Portugal -- History -- Revolution, 1640 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 45471 |
| Release Date | Apr 24, 2014 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 25, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 85 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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