Os Pobres by Raul Brandão
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About this eBook
| Author | Brandão, Raul, 1867-1930 |
|---|---|
| Contributor | Junqueiro, Abílio Manuel Guerra, 1850-1923 |
| Title |
Os Pobres
Precedido de uma Carta-Prefacio de Guerra Junqueiro |
| Alternate Title |
Os Pobres
Precedido de uma Carta-Prefácio de Guerra Junqueiro |
| Original Publication |
Lisboa:
Empreza da Historia de Portugal Sociedade Editora Livraria Moderna, R. Augusta, 95 Typographia R. Ivens, 45 e 47 1906 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 59.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Rita Farinha and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net from images generously made available by National Library of Portugal (Biblioteca Nacional de Portugal) |
| Summary | "Os Pobres" by Raul Brandão is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book poignantly explores the lives and struggles of the impoverished and marginalized members of society, focusing on various characters who embody the suffering and determination of the poor. The themes touched upon include despair, the search for dignity, and the harsh realities of life for those on the fringes of existence. The opening of the novel sets a melancholic and reflective tone, with vivid imagery of winter's arrival and the accompanying hardships faced by the poor. The narrator expresses a profound sense of connection with the struggles of others, introducing characters like Gebo, an unfortunate man steeped in affliction, and a young girl known as Rata, who endures abuse and longing. As the narrative unfolds, we witness the raw emotions and stories of people living in destitution, engaging with themes of pain, survival, and the indifference of both nature and society towards their plight. Through the initial chapters, a rich tapestry of human experience and suffering is woven, compelling readers to empathize with the oppressed souls portrayed in this poignant tale. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language Note |
This ebook uses a beginning of the 20th century spelling.
For a spelling modernization following Standard Portuguese from the beginning of the 21st century see: EText-No. #22057 |
| Language | Portuguese |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Poor -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 20841 |
| Release Date | Mar 17, 2007 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 1, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 93 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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