One of the great strengths of Stvdivm Generale was its diversity of perspectives, linked to its basic programme, i.e. the fact that studies in archaeology, philosophy, history, literature, psychology, sociology and theatre could coexist in the same issue. Special mention should be made of the place of history in this collection. It should be noted that the Centre for Humanistic Studies played an important role in the renewal of Portuguese historiography, particularly with regard to regional history and the history of science, in which the decisive contribution of Luís de Pina stands out. The journal, as the official organ of the Centre for the dissemination of the results of research carried out by its researchers, was the embodiment of this renewal. The periods studied, ranging from the Middle Ages to the present day, also reflect this renewal, as the study of more recent history was not common at the time. In this regard, mention should be made of the article “Introduction to the study of ‘Regeneration’“, in which the author raises questions and frequently uses the concepts of revolution and population. In the field of history, the main authors are António Cruz, Artur de Magalhães Basto, Carlos Eduardo de Soveral, Eugénio dos Santos, José Mattoso, Lúcio Craveiro da Silva, Luís de Oliveira Ramos, Luís de Pina, Maria Helena da Rocha Pereira, Sérgio da Silva Pinto and Torquato de Sousa Soares. Another merit of this periodical was its clear connection with the international scientific scene. This is evident from the participation of foreign authors in some of the volumes. Another point of contact is the critical reviews, which cover not only Portuguese works but also international ones.

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