Amor de Perdição: Memorias d'uma familia by Camilo Castelo Branco

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Author Castelo Branco, Camilo, 1825-1890
Title Amor de Perdição: Memorias d'uma familia
Note Reading ease score: 56.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary "Amor de Perdição: Memórias d'uma Família" by Camilo Castelo Branco is a novel written in the mid-19th century. The story delves into the complexities of love, societal expectations, and familial relationships, centering around characters such as Domingos Botelho and his wife D. Rita, as well as their son Simão. The narrative unfolds within the context of a tragic and dramatic romantic entanglement that reveals the depths of human emotion and conflict. The opening of the novel establishes a poignant tone, introducing the character of Simão Botelho, a young man of eighteen who faces significant upheaval in his life after being exiled. This exile stems from the turmoil of his first love, D. Rita, whose own struggles with societal norms and expectations serve as a backdrop. The prologue speaks to the heartbreak associated with lost love, setting the stage for the exploration of familial ties and the intricacies of romantic relationships that will dominate the storyline. The evocative language and the depth of feeling expressed in the opening offer a powerful insight into the trials that lie ahead for Simão and the powerful forces of passion and honor that encircle him. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Portuguese
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Portuguese literature
Category Text
EBook-No. 16425
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 12, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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