O Bispo: Nova «Heresia», em verso by Guilherme Braga

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Author Braga, Guilherme, 1843-1874
Commentator Sampaio Bruno, 1857-1915
Title O Bispo: Nova «Heresia», em verso
Credits Produced by Mike Silva
Summary "O Bispo: Nova «Heresia», em verso" by Guilherme Braga is a poetic work, likely composed in the late 19th century. This collection utilizes vivid, satirical language to explore themes surrounding the corruption and moral failures of the Church, politics, and society at large during that tumultuous period. Braga's work presents a critique of religious and social institutions, employing verse as a medium to convey his insights. The narrative unfolds in settings such as a cathedral and an episcopal palace, where the titular bishop indulges in hedonistic pleasures and moral contradictions. Through interactions with figures like Dolores, a seductive character, and Satanaz, a more fantastical representation, the bishop's character is revealed as a symbol of hypocrisy within the clergy. The verses oscillate between decadent imagery and biting commentary on the state of the world, ultimately reflecting on the struggles for freedom and justice against repressive societal norms. Braga’s verses serve as a rallying cry against oppression and advocate for introspection and change within the reader's social consciousness. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Portuguese
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Poetry
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EBook-No. 34961
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 7, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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