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Title: Santa Rita Pintor
In Memoriam

Original Publication: Imprensa de Manuel Lucas Torres
Rua do Diario de Noticias, 59 a 61--Lisboa
1919

Note: Reading ease score: 18.7 (College graduate level). Very difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Vasco Salgado

Summary: "Santa Rita Pintor" by Carlos Parreira is a literary tribute written in the early 20th century, specifically around the time following World War I. This book focuses on the life and artistry of Guilherme de Santa Rita, capturing the essence of a complex and passionate artist whose contributions to the world of art were overshadowed by his extravagant personality and the ephemeral nature of his work. It provides a glimpse into the vibrant cultural milieu of the time, emphasizing themes of creativity, enthusiasm, and the struggle for recognition in the artistic community. The narrative weaves together vivid descriptions of Santa Rita's character, his artistic aspirations, and his relationship with contemporaries like Fernando Pessoa. Through a series of reflections and observations, Parreira paints Santa Rita as a figure caught between ambition and the harsh realities of artistic expression. The book explores the tension between genius and mediocrity, highlighting Santa Rita's adoration for futurism, his admiration for other artists, and his internal turmoil as he grapples with his identity. Ultimately, it presents a poignant portrayal of a talented but troubled individual, whose struggles echo the broader challenges faced by artists seeking to make their mark in a changing world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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

Author: Parreira, Carlos, 1890-1950

EBook No.: 22643

Published: Sep 16, 2007

Downloads: 33

Language: Portuguese

Subject: Santa Rita, Guilherme Augusto Cau da Costa, 1889-1918 -- Appreciation -- Portugal

LoCC: Fine Arts: Painting

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: Santa Rita Pintor
In Memoriam

Original Publication: Imprensa de Manuel Lucas Torres
Rua do Diario de Noticias, 59 a 61--Lisboa
1919

Note: Reading ease score: 18.7 (College graduate level). Very difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Vasco Salgado

Summary: "Santa Rita Pintor" by Carlos Parreira is a literary tribute written in the early 20th century, specifically around the time following World War I. This book focuses on the life and artistry of Guilherme de Santa Rita, capturing the essence of a complex and passionate artist whose contributions to the world of art were overshadowed by his extravagant personality and the ephemeral nature of his work. It provides a glimpse into the vibrant cultural milieu of the time, emphasizing themes of creativity, enthusiasm, and the struggle for recognition in the artistic community. The narrative weaves together vivid descriptions of Santa Rita's character, his artistic aspirations, and his relationship with contemporaries like Fernando Pessoa. Through a series of reflections and observations, Parreira paints Santa Rita as a figure caught between ambition and the harsh realities of artistic expression. The book explores the tension between genius and mediocrity, highlighting Santa Rita's adoration for futurism, his admiration for other artists, and his internal turmoil as he grapples with his identity. Ultimately, it presents a poignant portrayal of a talented but troubled individual, whose struggles echo the broader challenges faced by artists seeking to make their mark in a changing world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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

Author: Parreira, Carlos, 1890-1950

EBook No.: 22643

Published: Sep 16, 2007

Downloads: 33

Language: Portuguese

Subject: Santa Rita, Guilherme Augusto Cau da Costa, 1889-1918 -- Appreciation -- Portugal

LoCC: Fine Arts: Painting

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.