Noites de insomnia, offerecidas a quem não póde dormir. Nº 12 (de 12)
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"Noites de Insomnia, oferecidas a quem não pode dormir" by Camillo Castello Branco is a collection of writings likely produced during the late 19th century. This work appears to explore a range of historical and philosophical themes, delving into the lives and controversies surrounding various figures and events from Portugal's past. The opening portion introduces a medley of topics, starting with monastic life and corruption within religious orders, followed by discussions of
significant historical events such as the friction during the reign of D. João IV and the social dynamics within Portuguese society. The narrative presents specific incidents involving rebellious monks and powerful nobles, illustrating the complex interplay of power, faith, and politics in early Portugal. Castello Branco weaves together a tapestry of anecdotes and analysis, aiming to shed light on both public and private follies throughout the epochs discussed. It sets the stage for a deeper exploration of the moral and cultural dimensions of insomnia, as the text reflects on the burdens of the mind and spirit amidst historical turmoil. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Castelo Branco, Camilo, 1825-1890 |
|---|---|
| Title | Noites de insomnia, offerecidas a quem não póde dormir. Nº 12 (de 12) |
| Credits |
Produced by Pedro Saborano (produced from scanned images of public domain material from Google Book Search) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 47.7 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | Portuguese |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Portuguese literature -- 19th century |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 28207 |
| Release Date | Feb 27, 2009 |
| Last Update | Jan 4, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 343 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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