Contos by Fialho de Almeida

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Author Almeida, Fialho de, 1857-1911
Title Contos
Original Publication Portugal: Ernesto Chardron, editor, 1881.
Note Reading ease score: 54.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Contents A Camillo Castello Branco -- A Ruiva -- Sempre amigos -- O tio da America -- A idéa da comadre Monica -- Historia de dois patifes -- A desforra de Baccarat -- Quatro épocas -- O funambulo de marmore -- O milagre do convento -- Dois primos -- A expulsão dos jesuitas -- O ninho d'aguia -- A dôr.
Credits Rita Farinha and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Books project.)
Summary "Contos" by Fialho de Almeida is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. The book presents a vivid tableau of life, likely within a Portuguese urban setting, exploring the intertwining experiences and struggles of various characters against a backdrop of social commentary and human emotion. The narratives likely delve into themes of love, loss, and the complexities of human relationships, capturing the essence of everyday life. The opening of "Contos" introduces the first story, "A Ruiva," set in a tavern called "Pescada", located opposite a cemetery. This lively yet somber setting is frequented by workers returning from the graveside, engaging in boisterous conversations flavored with local dialect and humor. The narrative introduces us to a range of characters, including a casket-maker and the tavern keeper, Tia Lauriana, as they recall the mysterious "Ruiva," a woman linked to death and decay. Through the discussions and their interactions, we see glimpses of the harsh realities of life and the intriguing connections between the living and the dead, while underlying social issues of poverty and mortality emerge. Each character provides insights into their world, hinting at deeper tales to unfold in the rest of the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Portuguese
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Portuguese fiction -- 19th century
Subject Short stories, Portuguese
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EBook-No. 70819
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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