The History of Portugal

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This volume provides a comprehensive history of Portugal through to 1999, presenting a full picture of the political, social, cultural and economic influences that shaped the history of this country. In nine chapters James Anderson traces Portugal from its pre-historic antecedents through the trials and tribulations on its journey to become the modern republic it is today.

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JAMES M. ANDERSON is Professor Emeritus at the University of Calgary, in Alberta, Canada. He has spent many years in Portugal and Spain both as a Fulbright Scholar and the recipient of Canada Council and other grants. He is the author of six books and numerous articles in Iberian studies.