| Author |
Castelo Branco, Camilo, 1825-1890 |
| Title |
Noites de insomnia, offerecidas a quem não póde dormir. Nº 04 (de 12)
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 53.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Pedro Saborano
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| Summary |
"Noites de Insomnia, Oferecidas a Quem Não Pode Dormir" by Camillo Castello Branco is a literary work written in the late 19th century. This collection, likely presented in the form of essays or short narratives, explores themes of existential contemplation, social commentary, and the human condition, articulated through the voice of a reflective narrator. The opening chapters delve into rich, historical anecdotes that set the tone for personal reflections on society and morality. The beginning of the narrative introduces a character who engages in a poignant dialogue with an abbey cleric, where they discuss the fate of a wealthy family tied to a historical treasure lost long ago. As they reminisce about the consequences of greed, corruption, and familial decline through generations, the tale weaves from the past to societal reflections that resonate with contemporary issues. The opening establishes a melancholic yet thought-provoking atmosphere, hinting at deeper explorations of human nature, societal values, and the pursuit of justice that will unfold throughout the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Portuguese |
| LoC Class |
PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
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| Subject |
Portuguese literature -- 19th century
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
25114 |
| Release Date |
Apr 21, 2008 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 3, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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