As Farpas: Chronica Mensal da Politica, das Letras e dos Costumes (1877-05/06)

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Editor Queirós, Eça de, 1845-1900
Editor Ortigão, Ramalho, 1836-1915
Title As Farpas: Chronica Mensal da Politica, das Letras e dos Costumes (1877-05/06)
Credits Produced by Biblioteca Nacional de Lisboa, Portugal, Cláudia
Ribeiro, Larry Bergey and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team.
Summary "As Farpas: Chronica Mensal da Politica, das Letras e dos Costumes" is a collection of political and literary chronicles written in the late 19th century. The work provides sharp commentary on Portuguese society, politics, and culture, utilizing irony and humor as tools for critique. This compilation showcases the authors’ insights into contemporary events, often blending narrative with satire, to reflect on the complexities of political ambition and social customs. The opening of "As Farpas" sets a vibrant scene in Lisbon during a beautiful March morning filled with the scents of blooming flowers and the sounds of nature, establishing a mood of renewal. The text introduces the political figure Sr. Fontes Pereira de Mello, who decides to step down from his government position, metaphorically depicted through a missing tooth which serves as a comedic focal point for political discussion among his peers. The tone allows readers to engage with the absurdities of political life and public opinion in Portugal, as characters react with disbelief and humor to the minister’s declaration, encapsulating the intricate interplay of power and satire that characterizes the series. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Portuguese
LoC Class AP: General Works: Periodicals
LoC Class DP: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Spain, Portugal
Subject Portugal -- Politics and government -- Periodicals
Subject Portugal -- Civilization -- Periodicals
Subject Portugal -- Social life and customs -- Periodicals
Category Text
EBook-No. 16219
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 11, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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