O Romance de um Homem Rico by Camilo Castelo Branco
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| Author | Castelo Branco, Camilo, 1825-1890 |
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| Author of introduction, etc. | Ribeiro, Tomás, 1831-1901 |
| Title | O Romance de um Homem Rico |
| Note | Reading ease score: 54.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "O Romance de um Homem Rico" by Camilo Castelo Branco is a novel written in the late 19th century. The book explores the intertwining themes of wealth, morality, and the human experience through the perspective of a wealthy man. Central to the narrative is the examination of the protagonist's soul and his struggles, as well as the philosophical undertones regarding the nature of money and virtue. The opening of the novel presents a profound reflection on the dualities of existence, emphasizing the conflicts between wealth and virtue, and how they manifest within individuals. Through a prologue, the narrative sets the tone by discussing the author’s personal thoughts and philosophical views, hinting at a deeper, almost confessional journey. We are introduced to a conversation filled with melancholic introspection between the narrator and a priest, Father Alvaro Teixeira. This establishes a backdrop where the protagonist grapples with concepts of duty, despair, and redemption, setting up a rich exploration of character dynamics and moral dilemmas as the story unfolds. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | Portuguese |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Portuguese fiction -- 19th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 63461 |
| Release Date | Oct 14, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 104 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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