Historias de Reis e Principes by Alberto Pimentel

"Historias de Reis e Príncipes" by Alberto Pimentel is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The narrative appears to explore the lives and intrigues surrounding royalty, focusing on notable figures such as Fernão da Silveira and King João II of Portugal, along with other significant historical events and personal dramas that intertwine with their stories. The opening of the work introduces us to the character of Fernão da Silveira, who is depicted as a conspiring and notable figure in the court of King João II. The narrative begins with Silveira's discontent after a slight from the king, leading him to plot revenge. His conspiracy involves a network of nobles, and as the plot unfolds, multiple betrayals and accusations surface, showcasing the dangerous political landscape of the era. The beginning sets the tone for a dramatic exploration of power, loyalty, and betrayal within the royal courts, hinting at the complexities that will follow in Pimentel's storytelling. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Pimentel, Alberto, 1849-1925
Title Historias de Reis e Principes
Credits Produced by Pedro Saborano, Keith Edkins and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This
book was produced from scanned images of public domain
material from the Google Print project.)
Reading Level Reading ease score: 50.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Language Portuguese
LoC Class DP: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Spain, Portugal
Subject Portuguese fiction -- 19th century
Category Text
eBook-No. 45840
Release Date
Last Update Oct 24, 2024
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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