Biographia do Padre José Agostinho de Macedo by Joaquim Lopes Carreira de Melo

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Author Melo, Joaquim Lopes Carreira de, 1816-1885
Title Biographia do Padre José Agostinho de Macedo
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Summary "Biographia do Padre José Agostinho de Macedo" by Joaquim Lopes Carreira de Melo is a biography written in the mid-19th century. This book highlights the life, works, and character of the prominent Portuguese priest and writer, José Agostinho de Macedo. The narrative details his early life, religious career, and contributions to literature, alongside his complex personality and relationships with his contemporaries. The biography explores Macedo's journey from a promising young student in Beja to becoming a renowned preacher and writer in Lisbon. Noteworthy is his transition from the monastic life as a member of the Augustinian order to secular life after apostatizing. Despite facing public scorn for his departure from the monastery, he harnessed his literary talent and became a famous orator, gaining recognition from nobility and the church alike. The book also delves into his literary contributions, discusses the controversies surrounding him, and mentions his eventual death, chronicling a life filled with both impressive achievements and personal challenges. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Portuguese
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Macedo, José Agostinho de, 1761-1831
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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