02260cam a22003013u 4500 34387 UtSlPG 20260610133802.0 m cr n 260607r2010||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG pt iso639-1 DP Oliveira Martins, J. P. (Joaquim Pedro), 1845-1894 Historia de Portugal: Tomo I Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2010 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2010-11-21 Produced by Pedro Saborano "Historia de Portugal: Tomo I" by J. P. Oliveira Martins is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book serves as an examination of Portugal's history, focusing on its civilizations, geopolitical boundaries, and national identity, while drawing connections to broader Iberian history. Oliveira Martins delves into the origins of the Portuguese people, tracing their lineage back to the Lusitanians and exploring the complexities of cultural heritage and national unity over centuries. The opening portion establishes a philosophical framework for understanding history as a moral lesson, then transitions into a detailed analysis of Portugal's geographic and cultural landscape. It begins by critiquing traditional historiographical approaches and emphasizes the importance of empirical observation in understanding social dynamics. The author introduces the notion of national identity by discussing the historical and etymological connections between the Portuguese and other Iberian peoples, particularly focusing on the Lusitanians. Through this lens, Oliveira Martins prepares the reader for a deeper exploration of how Portugal's unique character emerged from its interactions with surrounding cultures and events, affirming the country's singular path within the broader context of Iberian history. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Portugal -- History https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/34387 75233 75233