{"product_id":"sidonio-pais-and-the-new-republic-paperback","title":"Sidónio Pais and the New Republic - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eJamie Stewart Jones\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSidónio Pais and the New Republic\u003c\/em\u003e offers a detailed examination of a critical yet often overlooked period in Portuguese history. This meticulously researched work explores the brief but significant rule of Sidónio Pais, who came to power through a military coup in December 1917 and attempted to reshape Portugal's political landscape. The book provides a nuanced analysis of Pais' New Republic, examining its origins, policies and ultimate failure. It delves into the complex interplay between various political factions, including republicans, monarchists and Catholics, as Pais attempted to forge a new political consensus.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKey topics covered include: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- The political and social context that led to Pais' rise to power\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- The structure and aims of the New Republic\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- The creation and role of the National Republican Party (PNR)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Pais' efforts to expand suffrage and reform the electoral system\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- The development of Pais' personality cult and its political implications\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- The regime's relationships with the military, the Catholic Church and various political groups\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- The ultimate unraveling of the New Republic and its legacy\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis work will appeal to scholars of Portuguese history, political scientists interested in regime change and democratization, and anyone seeking to understand the complexities of early 20th-century European politics. By shedding light on this brief but consequential period, the book offers valuable insights into the challenges of political reform and the dynamics of power in times of national crisis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 84\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.17 x 8 x 5 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e October 06, 2024\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52763670282573,"sku":"9798227982797","price":20.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0927\/3304\/7117\/files\/SS5Aq7Z8O19798227982797.webp?v=1763027472","url":"https:\/\/belfastbooks.us\/products\/sidonio-pais-and-the-new-republic-paperback","provider":"belfastbooks.us","version":"1.0","type":"link"}