Os factos by J. G. de Barros e Cunha

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Author Cunha, J. G. de Barros e (João Gualberto de Barros), -1882
Title Os factos
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Summary "Os Factos" by J. G. de Barros e Cunha is a political and financial treatise written in the late 19th century. The work provides a detailed examination of Portugal's political landscape, elaborating on the struggles for liberty and governance, as well as critical issues related to finance and public debt. The author, a member of the parliament from Villa Franca, discusses the interplay between various forms of governance and the necessary reforms he argues are essential for the nation's stability and progress. The opening of "Os Factos" introduces readers to the historical context of Portugal's struggle for political freedom and the sacrifices made for liberty. It outlines the shift from tyranny to governance shaped by public opinion, delving into the nation’s economic challenges, public debt, and stagnating exportation rates. The author emphasizes the efforts needed to address financial crises and legislative inefficiencies, underscored by statistical data that illustrates the dire state of the Portuguese economy as he presents his arguments before the national assembly. This sets the stage for a rigorous analysis of Portugal's political and economic dilemmas in the context of contemporary governance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Portuguese
LoC Class DP: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Spain, Portugal
Subject Portugal -- Economic conditions -- 19th century
Subject Portugal -- Politics and government -- 19th century
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EBook-No. 31656
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 6, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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