| Author |
Campos, Alfredo, 1847-1906 |
| LoC No. |
34021544
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| Title |
O Infante Navegador: Poemeto
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 47.1 (College-level). 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 |
"O Infante Navegador: Poemeto" by Alfredo Campos is a poetic work composed in the late 19th century. This book is a long poem that reflects on the life and accomplishments of Prince Henry the Navigator, highlighting his contributions to exploration and navigation. The poem is a celebration of heroism and the noble motivations behind exploration during the Age of Discovery. The poem is structured in several sections, each depicting different aspects of Prince Henry's character and endeavors. It illustrates his profound love for the ocean and his influential role in maritime exploration, emphasizing not just the triumphs of his conquests but also his commitment to spreading faith and knowledge. Through vivid imagery and eloquent language, Campos portrays Prince Henry as a dedicated leader who sought glory not through greed but rather through enlightened ambition and benevolence. The work serves as both a tribute to Prince Henry and a reflection on the broader themes of courage, sacrifice, and the relentless pursuit of knowledge. (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 |
Henry, Infante of Portugal, 1394-1460 -- Poetry
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
32647 |
| Release Date |
Jun 1, 2010 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 6, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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