Estrellas Propícias by Camilo Castelo Branco
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| Author | Castelo Branco, Camilo, 1825-1890 |
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| Title | Estrellas Propícias |
| Note | Reading ease score: 54.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Estrellas Propícias" by Camilo Castelo Branco is a novel written in the mid-19th century. The story appears to delve into the intricacies of love and social status, centering around the character Corinna da Soledade, a young woman navigating her emotions and circumstances after returning from France with her family. The narrative explores themes of longing, social pressures, and the contrast between wealth and virtue. At the start of the novel, the author vividly describes the setting—a dilapidated mansion by the Lima River—establishing an atmosphere rich in nostalgia and melancholy. The opening introduces Corinna, who is seen in a moment of solitude and emotional turmoil, faintly touching upon her connections with a young man, Antonio d'Azevedo Barbosa, who struggles with his own misfortunes and familial responsibilities. Their narrative interweaves, hinting at an evolving relationship against the backdrop of their societal expectations and personal aspirations, setting the stage for a poignant exploration of love's challenges and the impact of fate on their lives. (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 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 33788 |
| Release Date | Sep 21, 2010 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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