A Revolução Portugueza: O 5 de Outubro (Lisboa 1910)

A vivid chronicle of the days leading up to Portugal’s 1910 revolution, this work immerses listeners in the tangled web of espionage, secret societies, and uneasy alliances that set the stage for a sudden break with the monarchy. The author sketches the frantic planning sessions, the hurried manufacture of improvised explosives, and the uneasy morale of both rebels and loyalist forces, allowing the listener to sense the tension that crackled through Lisbon’s streets and cafés.

Through concise, document‑style chapters, the narrative follows the key moments of October 4‑5: the discovery of a police‑hidden plot, the decisive rally at the Rotunda, and the desperate actions of soldiers and civilians who, despite scarce arms and wavering confidence, pressed forward. The account captures the raw urgency of a nation on the brink, offering a clear picture of how a handful of determined patriots managed to tip the balance, even as many of their plans faltered. Listeners gain a textured glimpse of the revolutionary fever that reshaped Portuguese history.