Chronica d'el rei D. Diniz (Vol. I) by Rui de Pina
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"Chronica d'el rei D. Diniz (Vol. I)" by Rui de Pina is a historical account written in the early 18th century. This work chronicles the reign and virtues of King D. Diniz, the sixth king of Portugal, detailing his accomplishments, relationships, and the political landscape of his time. The narrative seems to focus on the king's judicial wisdom, military ventures, and personal qualities, highlighting his esteemed status among his contemporaries. The opening
of the chronicle sets the stage for D. Diniz's ascension to the throne, recounting the circumstances surrounding his rise as king at a young age following the death of his father, King D. Afonso. The text emphasizes D. Diniz’s commitment to justice and order, as he addresses previous grievances within the realm, particularly focusing on the rampant crime that persisted during his father's rule. The king's efforts to cultivate peace and prosperity, alongside his honorable traits, hint at a narrative that celebrates both his public duties and personal challenges, including his marriage to Queen Isabel and the complexities that arise from his rulership. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Pina, Rui de, 1440-1521 |
|---|---|
| Title | Chronica d'el rei D. Diniz (Vol. I) |
| Credits | Produced by Rita Farinha and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net. Produced from images provided by Biblioteca Nacional Digital (bnd.bn.pt) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 53.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | Portuguese |
| LoC Class | DP: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Spain, Portugal |
| Subject | Dinis, King of Portugal, 1261-1325 |
| Subject | Portugal -- History -- Dinis, 1279-1325 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 16571 |
| Release Date | Aug 21, 2005 |
| Last Update | Dec 12, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 365 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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