Góis marks Republic Day with children's book

The book 'Um Auto à República' by Cidália Fernandes and Jorge Miguel offers a theatrical and accessible approach to history.

Close-up of an old, open book with ornate illustrations and text in Portuguese, titled 'Um Auto à República'.
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Close-up of an old, open book with ornate illustrations and text in Portuguese, titled 'Um Auto à República'.

The Municipality of Góis marks October 5th, the day of the Proclamation of the Republic, by promoting the children's book 'Um Auto à República'.

On October 5, 1910, Portugal ushered in a new political regime with the Proclamation of the Republic, ending the Constitutional Monarchy and paving the way for profound social transformations and new symbols.
To make this history accessible to younger generations, the book Um Auto à República, written by Cidália Fernandes and illustrated by Jorge Miguel, uses theatre and reading as pedagogical tools.
Through characters, dialogues, and historical events, the work brings October 5th to life, presenting this crucial moment in Portugal's history in a dynamic and understandable way.
The Municipality of Góis emphasizes the importance of knowing the past to understand the present and the values that shaped contemporary Portugal.
The book Um Auto à República is available for loan at the Góis Municipal Library António Francisco Barata, encouraging the discovery of history through reading.
Based on information from the official source: Câmara Municipal de Góis (05/10/2026)