Trovas do Bandarra by Gonçalo Anes Bandarra
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"Trovas do Bandarra" by Gonçalo Anes Bandarra is a collection of prophetic verses, presumably composed during the mid-16th century. This work is a significant representation of Portuguese literature and encapsulates the turbulent historical context of Portugal during this period, reflecting themes of hope, prophetic insight, and national identity. Bandarra wrote these verses as a response to the pressing social and political circumstances of his time, specifically addressing the longed-for return of a
legitimate Portuguese king, often referred to as the "Rei Encuberto" (Hidden King). The text is rich in religious and historical symbolism, featuring various prophetic dreams and visions that predict the resurgence of a strong ruler and the restoration of Portugal's glory. Bandarra, who was a humble cobbler by trade, portrays himself as a voice for the common man, weaving his prophecies with profound concern for his nation's plight. The verses combine elements of pastoral reflections and social commentary, illustrating the struggles and aspirations of the Portuguese people. As such, "Trovas do Bandarra" serves both as a literary and historical document, encapsulating the zeitgeist of a nation in search of redemption and identity amid a complex backdrop of societal upheaval. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Bandarra, Gonçalo Anes, 1500?-1556? |
|---|---|
| Title |
Trovas do Bandarra natural da Villa de Trancoso, apuradas e impressas por ordem de um grande senhor de Portugal |
| Edition | Nova edicção |
| Original Publication |
Barcelona: 1809 |
| Credits |
Produced by Pedro Saborano (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Print project.) |
| Language Note | This ebook uses 19th century spelling |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 60.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | Portuguese |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Portuguese poetry -- Classical period, 1500-1700 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 20581 |
| Release Date | Feb 15, 2007 |
| Last Update | Jan 1, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 357 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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