Author |
Vasconcelos, António Augusto Teixeira de, 1816-1878 |
Title |
Oração funebre recitada nas exequias do Illm.^o e Exm.^o Sr. Pedro Alexandrino da Cunha
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Note |
Reading ease score: 34.7 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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Credits |
Produced by Rita Farinha and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by National Library of Portugal (Biblioteca Nacional de Portugal))
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Summary |
"Oração funebre recitada nas exequias do Illm.^o e Exm.^o Sr. Pedro Alexandrino da Cunha" by Antonio Augusto Teixeira de Vasconcellos is a funeral oration written in the early 19th century. This dignified text serves as a commemorative speech honoring the life and contributions of Pedro Alexandrino da Cunha, a respected Governor-General of the Portuguese Province of Angola. The work is reflective of the cultural practices surrounding death and remembrance during this period, emphasizing the themes of virtue, public service, and moral integrity. In the oration, Teixeira de Vasconcellos passionately recounts the virtues and accomplishments of Pedro Alexandrino da Cunha, highlighting his dedication to duty, integrity, and the welfare of the community during his governance. The speaker presents a portrait of Alexandrino as a devoted administrator whose efforts significantly improved the province, focusing on his commitment to justice, public welfare, and progressive reforms. As he delivers his tribute, the orator invokes the collective memory of the people, illustrating the lasting impact of Alexandrino's virtuous life, ultimately calling upon the audience to honor his memory through remembrance and gratitude for his contributions to society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Language |
Portuguese |
LoC Class |
JV: Political science: Colonies and colonization, International migration
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Subject |
Cunha, Pedro Alexandrino da, 1801-1850 -- Death and burial
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Category |
Text |
EBook-No. |
18628 |
Release Date |
Jun 19, 2006 |
Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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