{"product_id":"a-brief-history-of-portugal-blazing-the-trail-of-a-voyage-shaped-nation-paperback-1","title":"A Brief History of Portugal: Blazing the Trail of a Voyage-Shaped Nation - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eDominic Haynes\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e**Re-edited version, end of Sept 2023**\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eTurn back the clock with this brief introductory history and revisit Portugal's greatest historical moments that shaped this modern European wonder.\u003cp\u003eOn the western part of the Iberian Peninsula, touching the cold waters of the Atlantic Ocean lies a nation with a proud history that influenced Europe and the rest of the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKnown as Portucale by Ancient Romans (which gave rise to its modern name), \u003cb\u003ethe country of Portugal - and its island groups - are fantastic wonders to behold.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou'd recognize this country for its rich culture incorporating fado music, world-famous Port wine, beautiful golden beaches, or even as the home of the legendary Cristiano Ronaldo.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBut the Portugal of today carries within its soil the history of bygone eras, one that you can trace back to prehistoric times - there's a reason it's one of Europe's oldest countries.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts earliest settlers left traces of paleolithic human civilizations in caves and rock shelters.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAnd later, the Ancient Romans erected their cities, the ruins of which you can still find dotting the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBut that's not all: this nation was also home to some big-name houses and families which were crucial in influencing Europe's geopolitics during medieval and contemporary times.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAnd if you've got that itch of curiosity to satisfy your hunger for Portugal's history, you've come to the right place.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTaking you on \u003cb\u003ea fantastic journey\u003c\/b\u003e, here's what awaits you within this book: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe traces and settlements of \u003cb\u003eprehistoric humans that inhabited Portugal's geographical landscape\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnder the banner of the Roman Empire - find out the beginnings and ends of the Roman Empire, along with involvements of the Celtic, Visigothic, and Moorish peoples\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Portuguese Reconquista - explore the \u003cb\u003emedieval military campaigns of the Christian kingdoms that laid the foundations of Portugal's language and culture\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn the Age of Exploration and Discovery - climb aboard the golden age of Portuguese navigators, voyagers, and seafarers responsible for mapping the New World\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePortugal's independence, the Restoration war, and the \u003cb\u003epolitical ambitions of the House of Braganza\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverthrowing of the monarchy and declaration of the First Republic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMachinations of dictators and \u003cb\u003ethe rise of a modern-day Portugal\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eAnd much more.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you're a history buff - curious about the Portuguese language, its people, and its culture - or someone who wants to dive into this European treasure of history, then this book will be your perfect companion.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSo, pack your bags, put on your best historian's hat, and start your time machine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePortugal and its history await your arrival...\u003c\/p\u003eTravel back in time and witness Portugal like never before: scroll up and click \"Add to Cart\" right now.\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 164\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.38 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e March 28, 2023\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51781745148192,"sku":"9798385935222","price":20.23,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/98050e818a6e25b70ad947cd2d68fbd8.webp?v=1780557030","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/a-brief-history-of-portugal-blazing-the-trail-of-a-voyage-shaped-nation-paperback-1","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}