The Kingston, William Henry Giles 1814-1880 creator text utu 2010 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Prime Minister" by William Henry Giles Kingston is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. The narrative is set in Portugal during the tumultuous period of the Marquis of Pombal’s administration, specifically around the time of the catastrophic earthquake of 1755. The story appears to focus on themes of political reform, societal change, and personal intrigue, centered around characters such as the young Don Luis and the experienced Captain Pinto, who navigate the complexities of life and love amid national upheaval. At the start of the novel, the author introduces readers to the ship of the Portuguese royal navy, joyfully sailing towards Lisbon. Among the crew is Don Luis, a handsome young man, who is eager to return home, possibly to reunite with a love interest. Captain Pinto engages him in a conversation that highlights their differing views on hope and expectation, foreshadowing challenges ahead. As the ship encounters a sudden storm, tensions rise, leading to an intense confrontation with a mysterious rival ship. This opening sets the stage for a blend of adventure, romantic elements, and historical context as the characters face both natural and human adversities on their journey. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2010-11-29 Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England Original publication data not identified Portugal -- History -- Joseph, 1750-1777 -- Fiction PR Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/34481 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/34481 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133804.0 34481