Book «Vamos Falar de Política?» Presented at School in Lisbon

João Roque's work aims to simplify politics for all ages, featuring public figures and a musical performance.

Generic image of a book launch session in a school, focusing on the speakers' table and books.
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Generic image of a book launch session in a school, focusing on the speakers' table and books.

The Maria Amália Vaz de Carvalho School in Lisbon hosted the presentation of the book «Vamos Falar de Política?» by João Roque, a work aiming to make politics more accessible to all ages.

The book, which seeks to simplify and bring politics closer to readers of all ages, was presented at an event attended by various personalities, including the President of the Parish Council, Daniel Gonçalves, Luís Filipe Santos (Director-General of Books, Archives and Libraries/Torre do Tombo), Members of Parliament Leonor Cipriano, Joana Seabra, and Ana Silveira, Anthony Bailey (Consul-General of the Kingdom of Tonga), Fátima Martins (Deputy Director of the School), and Emília de Noronha (Executive Board Member and Treasurer of the Municipality).
The session, presented by Nuno Miguel Henriques and Bárbara Saraiva, also featured the participation of many young people interested in reflecting on politics and citizenship. A musical moment with singer and fado artist Maria Mendes, accompanied on the accordion by Paulo Matos, enlivened the event.
The Junta de Freguesia de Avenidas Novas – Lisboa thanked everyone involved in organizing this session, which celebrated bringing books, culture, and citizenship closer to the residents.
Based on information from the official source: Junta de Freguesia de Avenidas Novas (16/10/2026)