Christo não volta (Resposta ao «Voltareis, ó Christo?» de Camillo Castello-…
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"Christo não volta (Resposta ao «Voltareis, ó Christo?» de Camillo Castello-Branco)" by Alberto Pimentel is a narrative written in the late 19th century. The book explores themes of societal issues and moral dilemmas surrounding the role of women in society, set against the backdrop of a tragic and mysterious incident involving a woman found unconscious by the protagonist on the Douro River. It serves as a response to Castello-Branco's earlier work, delving
into the need for societal and emotional redemption. The narrative is framed through a series of letters that recount the protagonist's encounters and reflections on morality, the treatment of women, and personal responsibility. After discovering a gravely injured woman, the protagonist attempts to revive her while pondering the deeper implications of her plight—a reflection of the broader struggles faced by women in a patriarchal society. As he uncovers her backstory, it becomes clear that her journey is fraught with despair and societal condemnation, ultimately painting a picture of a world in need of compassion and understanding. The book raises poignant questions about honor, shame, and the call for Christ's return as a metaphor for hope in a time of moral decay. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Pimentel, Alberto, 1849-1925 |
|---|---|
| Title | Christo não volta (Resposta ao «Voltareis, ó Christo?» de Camillo Castello-Branco) |
| Credits |
Produced by Pedro Saborano (produced from scanned images of public domain material from Google Book Search) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 54.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | Portuguese |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Castelo Branco, Camilo, 1825-1890. Voltareis, ó Christo? |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 32381 |
| Release Date | May 15, 2010 |
| Last Update | Jan 6, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 282 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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