A Pata da Gazella: romance brasileiro. by José Martiniano de Alencar

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Author Alencar, José Martiniano de, 1829-1877
LoC No. 33032636
Title A Pata da Gazella: romance brasileiro.
Original Publication Brazil: B. L. Garnier,1870.
Credits Laura Natal Rodrigues (Images generously made available by the Biblioteca Brasiliana USP Digital)
Summary "A Pata da Gazella: romance brasileiro" by José Martiniano de Alencar is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the complexities of love and societal observations through the experiences of its main characters, particularly focusing on two young women named Laura and Amelia, and the men who are drawn to them. As the narrative unfolds, themes of beauty, social status, and the significance of appearances come to the forefront. The opening of the novel introduces the elegant environment of Rio de Janeiro, where two young women travel in a carriage discussing their plans and recent purchases. Amelia expresses discomfort when she notices a young man staring at her, while Laura remains unbothered by the attention. As the plot develops, we are introduced to the male protagonist, Horacio de Almeida, who encounters a lost women’s shoe that piques his curiosity and desire. This chance finding sets the stage for an exploration of love that transcends mere physical attraction, as Horacio becomes captivated by the mystery of the shoe's owner and what it represents. The interactions and observations in these early chapters lay a rich groundwork for the intricate romantic entanglements and societal critiques that will follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Portuguese
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Brazilian fiction -- 19th century
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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