O poeta Chiado by Alberto Pimentel
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"O poeta Chiado" by Alberto Pimentel is a biographical and literary exploration of the life and works of the Portuguese poet Antonio Ribeiro, known as Chiado, written at the turn of the 20th century. The book delves into Chiado's influence in Lisbon, his bohemian lifestyle, and his place in the city's literary history, while attempting to resurrect his talents and contributions to literature that have largely been forgotten over the centuries. In
this detailed examination, Pimentel presents a vivid portrayal of Chiado not only as a poet but also as a popular figure among the common folk in 16th century Lisbon. The narrative interweaves anecdotes showcasing Chiado's wit and cleverness, illustrating how he gained fame through humorous exploits and social commentary. Pimentel's research sheds light on Chiado's interactions with the community and contextualizes his work within the vibrant cultural life of his time, revealing a compelling character who symbolizes the spirit of Lisbon and its artistic legacy. Ultimately, this book serves as both a tribute and an attempt to revitalize interest in a once-celebrated figure in Portuguese literary history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Pimentel, Alberto, 1849-1925 |
|---|---|
| Title |
O poeta Chiado (Novas investigações sobre a sua vida e escriptos) |
| Alternate Title |
O poeta Chiado (Novas investigações sobre a sua vida e escritos) |
| Original Publication |
Lisboa: Empreza da Historia de Portugal. Sociedade editora Livraria Moderna R. Augusta, 95 Typographia 35, R. Ivens, 37 1903 |
| Credits |
Produced by Pedro Saborano. (produced from scanned images of public domain material from Google Book Search) |
| Language Note | This ebook uses a beginning of the 20th century spelling |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 51.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | Portuguese |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Chiado, António Ribeiro, approximately 1520-1591 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 22509 |
| Release Date | Sep 4, 2007 |
| Last Update | Jan 2, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 321 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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