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2022-07-28
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Porter, Anna Maria
1778
1832
Don Sebastian : $b or, The house of the Braganza: An historical romance. vol. 2
$aUnited Kingdom :$bLongman, Hurst, Rees, and Orme,$c1809.
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"Don Sebastian: or, The House of the Braganza: An Historical Romance, vol. 2" by Miss Anna Maria Porter is a historical romance novel written in the early 19th century. The book delves into the life of King Sebastian of Portugal, who is in captivity and struggling for his freedom. The narrative explores themes of loyalty, love, and the moral dilemmas faced by its characters, particularly focusing on the relationships between Sebastian, his friend Gaspar, and a Moorish woman named Kara Aziek. The beginning of this volume introduces the reader to the king, Sebastian, as he tends to his sick comrade Gaspar in the gardens of their captor, El Hader. Through poignant conversations and musical interludes, we learn about Sebastian's sorrow over his lost kingdom and his growing feelings for Kara Aziek, who symbolizes hope amidst his captivity. As Sebastian grapples with the responsibilities of kingship and his desire for freedom, the story weaves in the nuances of his relationships, hinting at future conflicts and emotional challenges that arise from his situation and choices. The dynamic between love, duty, and the quest for liberty sets the stage for the unfolding drama in this richly woven tale. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
https://archive.org/details/donsebastianorho01port
https://archive.org/details/donsebastianorho02port
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1809
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Reading ease score: 51.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Sebastião, King of Portugal, 1554-1578 -- Fiction
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Category: Historical Novels
Category: Romance
Category: British Literature
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