Apontamentos para a Biographia do Cidadão José da Silva Passos

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Pereira da Silva, Manuel Joaquim

Language:

Portuguese

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Apontamentos para a Biographia do Cidadão José da Silva Passos" by Pereira da Silva is a historical biography written in the mid-19th century. This work details the life and contributions of José da Silva Passos, a significant figure in Portuguese politics, particularly during the civil unrest surrounding the revolution of October 9, 1846. The book provides insights into the political dynamics of the era and Passos's role in advocating for liberty and reform in Portugal. The narrative unfolds against the backdrop of a tumultuous time in Portugal's history, focusing on José da Silva Passos's actions during a critical revolution. It recounts his efforts in resisting government forces, his leadership in forming a provisional government, and his commitment to the political ideals of the progressive faction during the civil strife. The book not only highlights his political endeavors but also portrays Passos as a principled statesman dedicated to his country's welfare, navigating through various challenges and accusations from political adversaries. The text serves as both an homage to a notable individual and a reflection of the broader struggles within Portuguese society during that time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Pedro Saborano (produced from scanned images of public domain material from Google Book Search)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 42.3 (College-level). Difficult to read.

Release date is 2009-12-30