O sangue by Camilo Castelo Branco
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"O Sangue" by Camilo Castelo Branco is a novel written in the late 19th century. This work explores themes of family lineage, societal norms, and personal relationships, focusing on the character of Innocencio and his complex ties to the family Barros as well as to Thomazia, who is presented as a pivotal figure in Innocencio’s life. The narrative begins with a rich historical context, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of
human emotions and societal dynamics. The opening of the novel introduces a conversation between two friends, showcasing their reflections on life, aging, and the differences between wealth and poverty. As they discuss these themes, the story transitions into a historical overview of the Barros family, detailing their origins and ascent in society while hinting at past conflicts and relationships. We also meet Innocencio and Thomazia, whose childhood friendship hints at deeper connections that may evolve into romance, though their young hearts are still navigating the complexities of love and responsibility. This early segment sets up the framework for exploring love's trials and tribulations against a vibrant historical backdrop. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Castelo Branco, Camilo, 1825-1890 |
|---|---|
| Title | O sangue |
| Original Publication | Portugal: Parceira Antonio Maria Pereira, 1907. |
| Credits | The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 57.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | Portuguese |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Portuguese fiction -- 19th century |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 70664 |
| Release Date | Apr 28, 2023 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 421 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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