Reliquias de Casa Velha by Machado de Assis
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| Author | Machado de Assis, 1839-1908 |
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| Title | Reliquias de Casa Velha |
| Original Publication | Brazil: H. Garnier, Livreiro-Editor,1906. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 57.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Contents | A Carolina -- Pae contra mãe -- Maria Cora -- Marcha funebre -- Um capitão de voluntarios -- Suje-se gordo!--Umas ferias -- Evolução -- Pylades e Orestes -- Anecdota do cabriolet -- Paginas criticas e commemorativas -- Não consultes medico -- Licção de botanica. |
| Credits | Rita Farinha, Alberto Manuel Brandão Simões and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by Brasiliana Digital.) |
| Summary | "Reliquias de Casa Velha" by Machado de Assis is a collection of literary pieces written in the early 20th century. This work includes a series of reflections, stories, and critical essays that explore aspects of human nature, social dynamics, and the Brazilian society of its time. The title suggests a nostalgic look at memories and experiences that have shaped the author's life and thoughts, encapsulating both poignant moments and sharp observations. The opening of "Reliquias de Casa Velha" sets the tone for the reflective nature of the text. It begins with a personal warning from the author, emphasizing that the collection comprises remnants—both unpublished and published pieces—that may evoke various reactions. Following this preamble, the narrative introduces characters such as Candido Neves and Clara, who navigate through their life struggles, including poverty, aspirations for family, and the challenges posed by societal constraints. Particularly, Candido’s profession of capturing runaway slaves hints at deep moral complexities, while Clara’s yearning for love and stability is deeply felt. Overall, the beginning serves as a nuanced entry into themes of memory, love, and sociopolitical commentary that will be further elaborated in the subsequent narratives. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | Portuguese |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Short stories, Brazilian |
| Subject | Brazilian fiction -- 20th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 67935 |
| Release Date | Apr 26, 2022 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 117 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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