The Shortest History of Portugal is a lively journey from prehistoric times to the present day. It traces invaders and locals from Celtiberians and Phoenicians through Romans, Germanic tribes and Islamic dynasties, to the formation of Portugal as a Christian entity.

A country fought over and reinvented, through revolts and reforms, religious tolerance and persecution, maritime exploration, empire and the brutal birth of the transatlantic slave trade, The Shortest History of Portugal tells the story of conquest, dictatorship, revolution and democracy.

Table of Contents
Timeline
Introduction
Chapter 1: Ancient Origins
Chapter 2: Christians, 'Moors' and More Christians
Chapter 3: Maritime Exploration and Empire
Chapter 4: Invasions, Revolts and Reforms
Chapter 5: Republic, Coups and Dictatorship
Chapter 6: Revolution, Democracy and 'Europe'