O Annel Mysterioso, Scenas da Guerra Peninsular by Alberto Pimentel

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Author Pimentel, Alberto, 1849-1925
Title O Annel Mysterioso, Scenas da Guerra Peninsular
Credits Produced by Pedro Saborano
Summary "O Anel Mysterioso, Scenas da Guerra Peninsular" by Alberto Pimentel is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative revolves around the figure of "Desgraça," a tragic character in Porto's streets, who is a poignant representation of despair and solitude amidst the backdrop of the Peninsular War. The story intertwines personal trauma with historical events, particularly the experiences of families and soldiers grappling with the invasions and chaos that occurred during this tumultuous period. At the start of the story, readers are introduced to "Desgraça," a forlorn man known for his melancholic guitar music and as a subject of ridicule among the townsfolk. Despite his grim exterior and the harshness of his life, he possesses a rich inner world shaped by loss and painful memories, notably linked to a gold ring he wears, which symbolizes more than mere wealth; it carries the weight of memory and his existence's sorrows. The narrative quickly shifts to depict the tensions and anxieties of the time, focusing on a well-to-do widow and her concern for the impending danger of French troops as the storyline transitions to reveal the broader consequences of war on individual lives and community dynamics. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Portuguese
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Portugal -- History -- Maria I, 1777-1816 -- Fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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