| Author |
Leal, José da Silva Mendes, 1818-1886 |
| LoC No. |
ltf91058838
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| Title |
Napoleão no Kremlin
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 55.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Pedro Saborano (produced from scanned images
of public domain material from Google Book Search)
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| Summary |
"Napoleão no Kremlin" by José da Silva Mendes Leal is a poetic novel written in the mid-19th century. The book explores the grandeur and turmoil surrounding Napoleon Bonaparte's ambitions as he reaches the Kremlin, symbolizing his attempts to expand his empire into Russia. This literary work delves into themes of power, glory, and the duality of conquest and destruction. The narrative unfolds through vivid imagery and rich language, painting a picture of the epic scene as Napoleon arrives in Moscow. The verses reveal his introspection, pride, and the weight of his legacy, alongside a portrayal of the consequences of his ambition as the city falls into chaos and flames. The juxtaposition of his aspirations and the harsh reality of war creates a poignant commentary on the nature of leadership, legacy, and the human cost of ambition. The text serves as both a tribute and a cautionary tale, reflecting on the dualities of triumph and tragedy inherent in historical conquests. (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 |
Poetry
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
27497 |
| Release Date |
Dec 11, 2008 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 4, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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