Sonetos by Antero de Quental
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Author | Quental, Antero de, 1842-1891 |
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Title | Sonetos |
Credits | Produced by Rita Farinha and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by National Library of Portugal (Biblioteca Nacional de Portugal).) |
Summary | "Sonetos" by Antero de Quental is a collection of philosophical sonnets written during the late 19th century. The work explores profound themes such as existence, love, and mortality, reflecting the complexities of human experience and emotion. Quental, a prominent figure in Portuguese literature, uses this format to articulate his introspections and existential musings. The collection features a variety of sonnets, each delving into different facets of the human condition. Quental addresses concepts of love and death, often personifying them as central characters, such as in "Mors-Amor," where he juxtaposes love with the inevitability of mortality. Other sonnets reflect on existential questions, spirituality, and the often bleak search for meaning, resonating with the struggles of the human soul. The language is rich and evocative, inviting readers to engage deeply with the philosophical inquiries Quental presents, making this work not just a poetic exploration, but a passionate quest for understanding life's mysteries. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
Language | Portuguese |
LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
Subject | Portuguese poetry |
Category | Text |
EBook-No. | 19046 |
Release Date | Aug 14, 2006 |
Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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