A Relíquia by Eça de Queirós
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| Author | Queirós, Eça de, 1845-1900 |
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| Title | A Relíquia |
| Note | Reading ease score: 53.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Rita Farinha and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by National Library of Portugal (Biblioteca Nacional de Portugal).) |
| Summary | "A Relíquia" by Eça de Queirós is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story appears to center around the character of Theodorico, who reflects on his life, beliefs, and experiences, especially those related to his family and societal expectations. The novel delves into themes of faith, morality, and the struggle for personal identity amidst the rigid structures of society. At the start of the narrative, Theodorico introduces himself and recounts elements of his upbringing, particularly the influence of his pious aunt, D. Patrocinio das Neves. He recalls significant events, such as a profound disillusionment he experienced, intertwined with memories of his travels to Jerusalem and the contrasting banality of contemporary life. As he reflects on his childhood, family heritage, and encounters with various figures, the tone blends humor with critical commentary on religion and societal norms, setting the stage for his ongoing internal conflict and exploration of life's complexities. Through Theodorico's lens, readers glimpse the challenges he faces as he navigates familial expectations and personal desires. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | Portuguese |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 17515 |
| Release Date | Jan 14, 2006 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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