Os Bravos do Mindello by Faustino da Fonseca
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"Os Bravos do Mindello" by Faustino da Fonseca is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The book likely explores the social and political dynamics of the time, focusing on the protagonist, João, a young man who is caught between love, family expectations, and the prevailing political upheaval surrounding him. The narrative opens a window into his turbulent emotions and aspirations as he navigates personal challenges against the backdrop of
a transforming society. At the start of the story, João wakes from a restless sleep filled with dreams about Maria, a woman he loves, against the sounds of the morning in Mindello. As he contemplates the arrival of news from Lisbon and its potential impact on his life, he is torn between familial obligations and his feelings for Maria. The opening vividly describes his surroundings and relationships with his aunts, who are deeply invested in the domestic sphere, thereby illustrating the tension between personal desires and external societal pressures. As events unfold, João's longing for freedom and agency becomes apparent, setting the stage for his inner conflict as he must confront the realities of love, duty, and the shifting political landscape. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Fonseca, Faustino da, 1871-1918 |
|---|---|
| Title |
Os Bravos do Mindello Romance Historico |
| Alternate Title |
Os Bravos do Mindelo Romance Histórico |
| Original Publication |
Lisboa: Livraria Editora Viuva Tavares Cardoso 5--Largo de Camões--6 1906 |
| Credits |
Produced by Ricardo F. Diogo, Christine P. Travers and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Language Note | This ebook uses a spelling from the beginning of the 20th century |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 54.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | Portuguese |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Portugal -- History -- Miguel I, 1828-1834 -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 21290 |
| Release Date | May 4, 2007 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 8484 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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