A Fome de Camões by António Duarte Gomes Leal
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Author | Leal, António Duarte Gomes, 1848-1921 |
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Title | A Fome de Camões |
Original Publication |
Lisboa: Empreza Litteraria Luso-Brazileira de A. Souza Pinto, e Livraria Industrial de Lisboa & C.a Typ. Occidental, rua da Fabrica 66--Porto 1880 |
Note | This ebook uses 19th century spelling. |
Note | Reading ease score: 52.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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Summary | "A Fome de Camões" by António Duarte Gomes Leal is a poignant poem divided into four cantos, written in the late 19th century. This literary work reflects on the tragic fate of the great Portuguese poet Luís de Camões, depicting his struggles against poverty and neglect in a society that fails to recognize the value of artistic genius. Through its somber tone and rich imagery, the poem addresses themes of suffering, injustice, and the forgotten contributions of artists. The poem opens with a dramatic portrayal of Camões, who wanders the streets of Lisbon, plagued by hunger and destitution, echoing the sadness of a once-great genius. The narrative progresses through his reflections on a life filled with glory and inspiration, only to confront the harsh realities of abandonment and despair in old age. As Camões grapples with his memories and losses, the poem captures his lament for the state of humanity and the eternal struggle against the cruel whims of fate. The poignant conclusion centers around the personified figure of "Fome" (Hunger), who collects tears of despair from artists like Camões as reminders of their unrecognized pain, ultimately bringing to light the pressing need for justice and compassion in society. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
Language | Portuguese |
LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
Subject | Poetry |
Category | Text |
EBook-No. | 21855 |
Release Date | Jun 18, 2007 |
Most Recently Updated | Dec 29, 2021 |
Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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