Bom-senso e bom-gosto by Antero de Quental

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Author Quental, Antero de, 1842-1891
Title Bom-senso e bom-gosto
carta ao excelentissimo senhor Antonio Feliciano de Castilho
Credits Produced by Pedro Saborano
Summary "Bom-senso e bom-gosto" by Antero de Quental is a philosophical treatise written in the mid-19th century. The book takes the form of a letter addressed to the renowned figure Antonio Feliciano de Castilho, expressing a critique of the literary scene and intellectual climate of Portugal at the time. It delves into themes of originality, independence of thought, and the moral responsibilities of writers and thinkers. In this work, Quental passionately defends the value of innovative ideas against the backdrop of a prevailing literary conservatism. He critiques the Coimbra literary school and argues that it stifles independent thought and creativity, valuing adherence to tradition over original expression. Quental asserts that true literature and philosophy should transcend the mundane and seek deeper truths, while condemning the superficiality of contemporary literary practices that prioritize fame and popularity over genuine insight. This letter serves not only as a defense of Quental's own position but also as a broader commentary on the nature of artistic and intellectual freedom, the importance of individual thought, and the necessity for literature to innovate and inspire. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Portuguese
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Castilho, Antonio Feliciano de, 1800-1875
Category Text
EBook-No. 30070
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 5, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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