Contos d'Aldeia by Alberto Leal Barradas Monteiro Braga
"Contos d'Aldeia" by Alberto Leal Barradas Monteiro Braga is a collection of short stories written in the early 20th century. The narratives are likely set in rural Portugal, featuring characters like Euzebio and Anselmo, two aging millers, and their families as they navigate personal and communal challenges amidst historical turmoil. The stories delve into themes of love, loss, and social dynamics in village life, providing a glimpse into a simpler yet profound
way of living. The opening of the collection introduces us to two old millers, Euzebio and Anselmo, who share a deep friendship and a lively connection to their rural surroundings. As autumn rains swell the river that separates their mills, their interaction becomes limited, highlighting the burdens of age. The narrative soon shifts focus to their children: Simão, Euzebio's strong son, and Margarida, Anselmo's spirited daughter, who share a childhood bond that deepens into love. However, the backdrop of civil unrest and warfare looms large, leading to tragedy as Simão is conscripted, setting the stage for an emotional exploration of sacrifice and heartache, especially felt by Margarida as she faces the turmoil of war. This opening sets a poignant tone that threads through the subsequent stories, capturing the essence of life in a village marked by both personal connections and societal challenges. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Braga, Alberto Leal Barradas Monteiro, 1851-1911 |
|---|---|
| Title | Contos d'Aldeia |
| Alternate Title | Contos da Aldeia |
| Edition | 2ª edição |
| Original Publication |
Porto: Companhia Portugueza Editora 1916 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 55.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Ricardo F. Diogo, Rita Farinha and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Language Note | This ebook uses a spelling from the beginning of the 20th century |
| Language | Portuguese |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 21581 |
| Release Date | May 23, 2007 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 106 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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