A espada de Alexandre by Camilo Castelo Branco

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Author Castelo Branco, Camilo, 1825-1890
Title A espada de Alexandre
Corte profundo da questão do Homem-Mulher e Mulher-Homem
Note Reading ease score: 45.0 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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Summary "A espada de Alexandre" by Camilo Castelo Branco is a philosophical treatise written in the early 1870s. The book delves into complex issues surrounding gender dynamics through a provocative lens, addressing the roles and relationships between men and women, and offering critiques of societal conventions regarding marriage and fidelity. By exploring themes of love, autonomy, and societal expectations, it engages with ideas that were part of the broader cultural debates during the late 19th century about gender equality and sexual morality. The narrative is framed as a letter addressed to a neighbor, detailing an animated discussion about the implications of relationships as depicted by Alexandre Dumas-Filho in "Homme-Femme." The protagonist contemplates the nature of love and marriage, emphasizing the importance of genuine emotional connection over sacramental bonds often perceived as societal traps. Through a series of philosophical arguments and vivid anecdotes, the text examines the contradictions of marriage, fidelity, and personal freedom. Ultimately, it calls for a re-evaluation of traditional views on love and relationships, suggesting that genuine connections are crucial for harmony and happiness in human partnerships. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Portuguese
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Portuguese literature
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EBook-No. 32003
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Most Recently Updated Jan 6, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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