Annos de Prosa; A Gratido; O Arrependimento by Camilo Castelo Branco

"Annos de Prosa; A Gratido; O Arrependimento" by Camilo Castelo Branco is a collection of romances written in the mid-19th century. The work seemingly explores the complexities of human emotions and relationships, set against a backdrop of societal norms and personal introspection. The overarching themes likely involve the contrast between superficial romance and genuine love, examining the inner turmoil of characters as they navigate their desires and moral dilemmas. The opening of the work sets the stage for a profound exploration of the author’s philosophical views on love and literature. The narrative introduces Jorge Coelho, a young poet reflecting on his life, dreams, and the romantic challenges he faces as he enters society. Through his dialogue with another character, insights into his past, upbringing, and expectations of love emerge. Simultaneously, a contrasting set of female figures begins to take shape, hinting at the interplay of virtue and vice in relationships, while contemplating the nature of true love and its representation in literature. This initial portion establishes an atmosphere of melancholy and hope, as Jorge grapples with ideals of romance influenced by literary archetypes, setting the tone for a deeper exploration of the heart’s desires. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Castelo Branco, Camilo, 1825-1890
Title Annos de Prosa; A Gratido; O Arrependimento
Credits Produced by Pedro Saborano (produced from scanned images
of public domain material from Google Book Search)
Reading Level Reading ease score: 53.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Language Portuguese
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Portuguese fiction -- 19th century
Category Text
eBook-No. 26103
Release Date
Last Update Jul 28, 2008
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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