In the Name of the People

Set against the bustling streets of 1907 Lisbon, a determined young Englishman writes home from a cramped flat, his heart fixed on a single, unforgettable woman. Having met the stunning Miralda Domínguez in Paris, he now chases her through aristocratic receptions, foreign diplomats, and the shadowy undercurrents of a city on the brink of unrest. His letter reveals a blend of romantic idealism and pragmatic scheming—mining concessions in East Africa, a powerful confidant of the dictator, and even a concealed revolver for the evenings when the streets grow unsafe.

The narrative follows his frantic attempts to win Miralda’s affection while navigating a tangled web of family obligations, political intrigue, and personal danger. As he balances love’s desperation with the looming threat of a sudden family crisis, listeners are drawn into a vivid portrait of longing, honor, and the precarious balance between desire and duty.