O Christão novo by Diogo de Macedo

"O Christão Novo" by Diogo de Macedo is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative unfolds in 16th-century Portugal, exploring themes of religious tension and personal conflict, particularly through the character of Dom Luiz, a nobleman entangled in political and familial intrigue. The story intricately weaves historical figures into the fabric of fiction, examining the intersections of personal ambition and state affairs. The opening of the novel sets the stage for a complex interplay of emotions and power dynamics, beginning on a tranquil October night in 1553 at the royal palace. The scene introduces Dom Luiz, who is anxiously observing a private conversation between a noblewoman and a royal figure, hinting at a mix of jealousy and the significance of the political plots at play. The dialogue reveals underlying tensions related to religious fervor and personal loyalty, establishing the stakes for Dom Luiz as he navigates the delicate intricacies of court life while seeking to protect a loved one and uphold his honor amid royal expectations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Macedo, Diogo de, 1844-
LoC No. 44016017
Title O Christão novo
Romance Historico do Seculo XVI
Credits Produced by Pedro Saborano (produced from scanned images
of public domain material from Google Book Search)
Reading Level Reading ease score: 55.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Language Portuguese
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Portugal -- History -- John III, 1521-1557 -- Fiction
Category Text
eBook-No. 29275
Release Date
Last Update Jan 5, 2021
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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