A tentação do Mar by Augusto Casimiro
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"A tentação do Mar" by Augusto Casimiro is a lyrical poem written in the early 20th century. This work reflects on themes of national identity, nostalgia, and the longing for exploration, inspired by the rich maritime history of Portugal. The poem serves as a vivid homage to the maritime spirit of the nation's past, melding personal introspection with historical reflection. In the poem, the speaker listens to the "voice of blood," evoking
memories of ancestors and the challenges of present reality. The imagery transitions from feelings of despair about a lost homeland to a powerful resurgence of pride and hope inspired by the ocean. As the speaker recalls heroic figures from Portugal's age of discoveries, he expresses a fervent desire to set sail in search of new adventures and brighter futures. The poem ultimately captures a profound sense of unity between past and present, celebrating the enduring spirit of exploration and the beauty of life as a voyage toward freedom and enlightenment. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Casimiro, Augusto, 1889-1967 |
|---|---|
| Title | A tentação do Mar |
| Credits | Produced by Mike Silva |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 58.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | Portuguese |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Portuguese poetry |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 34293 |
| Release Date | Nov 12, 2010 |
| Last Update | Jan 7, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 293 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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