Noites de insomnia, offerecidas a quem não póde dormir. Nº 10 (de 12)

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Author Castelo Branco, Camilo, 1825-1890
Title Noites de insomnia, offerecidas a quem não póde dormir. Nº 10 (de 12)
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Summary "Noites de Insomnia" by Camillo Castello Branco is a fictional narrative written in the late 19th century. The story centers on the life of Beatriz de Vilalva, a young woman caught in a web of familial duty and societal expectations, reluctantly engaged to an older man while her heart yearns for freedom and love. The narrative touches on themes of love, rebellion, and the rigidity of social norms. The opening of the narrative introduces Beatriz, a charming young woman, set to marry the elderly morgado of Pildre against her wishes. As the story unfolds, we glimpse her turmoil and resentment towards her father's authority and the impending marriage. Concurrently, an intriguing character, the young ex-monk Padre João de Queiroz, re-enters the social landscape, sparking warning signs from Beatriz's father about his potential influence on her. The tension escalates with Beatriz's desperate desire to escape this fate, leading her to make a drastic decision that sets the stage for the unfolding drama of love, loss, and social constraints in an era of strict societal norms. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Portuguese
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Portuguese literature -- 19th century
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EBook-No. 28201
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Most Recently Updated Jan 4, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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