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Title: Novelas do Minho

Edition: Segunda Edição

Original Publication: Lisboa:
Parceria Antonio Maria Pereira
Livraria Editora
Rua Augusta, 50, 52 e 54
Officinas Typographica e de Encadernação
Movidas a vapor
Rua dos Correeiros, 70 e 72, 1.º
1903

Series Title: Obras de Camillo Castello Branco
Edição Popular
XVII

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)

Summary: "Novelas do Minho" by Camilo Castelo Branco is a collection of narratives written in the late 19th century. This work delves into themes of love, social dynamics, and the intricacies of human relationships, primarily centering on characters from the Minho region of Portugal. The main character introduced in the opening portion is a spirited group of individuals gathered in Caldas de Vizella, each with their distinct backgrounds and personalities, engaging in conversation that hints at deeper tensions and conflicts in their lives. The opening of this collection introduces us to a lively setting in 1851, where a diverse group of characters, including D. Helena and her daughter D. Irene, along with various gentlemen such as Alvaro de Abreu and João Pacheco, convene amidst the natural beauty of the salgueiral. The conversation reflects a mix of playful banter and underlying tensions, hinting at a challenge between Abreu and Pacheco spurred by Abreu's sharp humor. As the narrative unfolds, themes of rivalry, romance, and potential violence hint at a developing plot that not only explores interpersonal relationships but also social expectations and the complexities of honor and reputation within the context of their interactions. The tone suggests that what begins as innocent wit may spiral into more serious consequences, foreshadowing the conflicts that may drive the story forward. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Language Note: This ebook uses a beginning of the 20th century spelling

Reading Level: Reading ease score: 54.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Author: Castelo Branco, Camilo, 1825-1890

EBook No.: 21406

Published: May 9, 2007

Downloads: 147

Language: Portuguese

Subject: Minho (Portugal) -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: Novelas do Minho

Edition: Segunda Edição

Original Publication: Lisboa:
Parceria Antonio Maria Pereira
Livraria Editora
Rua Augusta, 50, 52 e 54
Officinas Typographica e de Encadernação
Movidas a vapor
Rua dos Correeiros, 70 e 72, 1.º
1903

Series Title: Obras de Camillo Castello Branco
Edição Popular
XVII

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)

Summary: "Novelas do Minho" by Camilo Castelo Branco is a collection of narratives written in the late 19th century. This work delves into themes of love, social dynamics, and the intricacies of human relationships, primarily centering on characters from the Minho region of Portugal. The main character introduced in the opening portion is a spirited group of individuals gathered in Caldas de Vizella, each with their distinct backgrounds and personalities, engaging in conversation that hints at deeper tensions and conflicts in their lives. The opening of this collection introduces us to a lively setting in 1851, where a diverse group of characters, including D. Helena and her daughter D. Irene, along with various gentlemen such as Alvaro de Abreu and João Pacheco, convene amidst the natural beauty of the salgueiral. The conversation reflects a mix of playful banter and underlying tensions, hinting at a challenge between Abreu and Pacheco spurred by Abreu's sharp humor. As the narrative unfolds, themes of rivalry, romance, and potential violence hint at a developing plot that not only explores interpersonal relationships but also social expectations and the complexities of honor and reputation within the context of their interactions. The tone suggests that what begins as innocent wit may spiral into more serious consequences, foreshadowing the conflicts that may drive the story forward. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Language Note: This ebook uses a beginning of the 20th century spelling

Reading Level: Reading ease score: 54.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Author: Castelo Branco, Camilo, 1825-1890

EBook No.: 21406

Published: May 9, 2007

Downloads: 147

Language: Portuguese

Subject: Minho (Portugal) -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.