Author |
Pimentel, Alberto, 1849-1925 |
Title |
Christo não volta (Resposta ao «Voltareis, ó Christo?» de Camillo Castello-Branco)
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Note |
Reading ease score: 54.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Credits |
Produced by Pedro Saborano (produced from scanned images of public domain material from Google Book Search)
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Summary |
"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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Language |
Portuguese |
LoC Class |
PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
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Subject |
Castelo Branco, Camilo, 1825-1890. Voltareis, ó Christo?
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Category |
Text |
EBook-No. |
32381 |
Release Date |
May 15, 2010 |
Most Recently Updated |
Jan 6, 2021 |
Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
Downloads |
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