| Author |
Azevedo, Maximiliano de, 1850-1911 |
| Title |
Homenagem ao Marquez De Pombal 1782-1882
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 48.6 (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 |
"Homenagem ao Marquez De Pombal 1782-1882" by Maximiliano de Azevedo is a poetic tribute written in the late 19th century. This work, presented as a recitation at a literary-musical event, serves as an homage to the influential Portuguese statesman Marquez de Pombal, highlighting his significant impact on Portugal's history and society. The book is best classified as a historical poem, imbued with a sense of nostalgia and reflection on the past. In the poem, Azevedo evokes the political and social turmoil of Portugal during the time of Pombal, portraying him as a heroic figure who delivered the nation from the darkness of fanaticism and despair. The verses delve into the struggles faced by the country, illustrating a profound admiration for Pombal's reforms that aimed to revitalize the nation through education, industry, and justice. Azevedo acknowledges the complexities of Pombal's legacy, recognizing both the commendable achievements and the controversies surrounding his governance. Ultimately, the poem serves as a call to the younger generations to honor Pombal's memory and the principles of progress and enlightenment he fought for. (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 poetry
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| Subject |
Pombal, Sebastião José de Carvalho e Melo, Marquês de, 1699-1782 -- Poetry
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
25239 |
| Release Date |
Apr 29, 2008 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 3, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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