Os tripeiros by Antonio José Coelho Louzada
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"Os Tripeiros" by Antonio José Coelho Louzada is a historical romance written in the mid-19th century. Set in the 14th century, the narrative delves into the turmoil of civil wars and foreign invasions that characterized Portugal during this era. The story likely follows characters caught up in this chaotic backdrop, with a specific focus on the struggles of the townsfolk, including the budding romance of young lovers involved in the political unrest.
The opening of "Os Tripeiros" introduces readers to a vibrant scene of a procession in Porto following the tumultuous events surrounding the death of King Fernando I and the political upheaval that ensued. As characters from various social standings, including commoners and nobles, gather in anticipation of news, the narrative paints a vivid picture of the societal disruptions of the time. Central to this introduction are Gonçalo Domingues and his nephew, Fernando Vasques, who grapple with their roles amidst both personal aspirations and the mounting pressures of war. The dynamic between the characters and their interactions set the tone for themes of love, conflict, and societal strife that likely unfold throughout the tale. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Coelho Louzada, Antonio José, 1828-1859 |
|---|---|
| Title |
Os tripeiros romance-chronica do seculo XIV |
| Credits |
Produced by Rita Farinha and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Print project.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 49.6 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | Portuguese |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Historical fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 29979 |
| Release Date | Sep 13, 2009 |
| Last Update | Jan 5, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 284 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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