Contos by Eça de Queirós

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Author Queirós, Eça de, 1845-1900
Title Contos
Note Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Contos_(E%C3%A7a_de_Queiroz)
Note Reading ease score: 50.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Contents Singularidades de uma rapariga loura -- Um poeta lírico -- No moínho -- Civilização -- O tesoiro -- Frei Genebro -- Adão e Eva no Paraíso -- A aia -- O defunto -- José Matias -- A perfeição -- O suave milagre!
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Summary "Contos" by Eça de Queirós is a collection of short stories written in the early 20th century. This compilation illustrates the author's diverse storytelling ability, blending fantasy with critical commentary on society, and focuses on various characters and social themes that reflect the complexities of human relationships. At the start of the work, the narrative introduces the character Macário, a man described in detail as he navigates his mundane life while being drawn into a personal crisis sparked by love. Set against the backdrop of a northern town, Macário reminisces about a woman who captivates him, prompting his introspection and revealing the tension between his desires and the limitations imposed by his social milieu. Eça de Queirós skillfully contrasts the allure of romantic aspirations with the stark realities of life, setting the stage for the unfolding of Macário’s experiences and highlighting the intricate dynamics of love and societal expectations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Portuguese
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Portuguese fiction -- 19th century
Subject Short stories, Portuguese
Category Text
EBook-No. 31347
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 6, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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