Floresta de varios romances by Teófilo Braga

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Editor Braga, Teófilo, 1843-1924
Title Floresta de varios romances
Credits Produced by Pedro Saborano
Summary "Floresta de varios romances" by Teófilo Braga is a comprehensive collection of Portuguese ballads and romances written in the late 19th century. The text captures the transformation of popular romances from the 16th to the 18th centuries, documenting the literary evolution and cultural significance of these narratives in Portuguese history. The work is notable for featuring various characters and stories that reflect the historical and cultural landscapes of Portugal, drawing from both oral traditions and literary adaptations by cultured poets. The opening of the collection delves into the role of popular romance during its formative years, emphasizing how oral storytelling began to take on literary forms in Portugal, particularly through adaptations by poets influenced by Spanish traditions. It discusses the historical context of romance writing and its connection to the broader European literary movements of its time. The text highlights notable figures and movements that informed this evolution, illustrating the deeply rooted connections between Portugal and Spain in terms of narrative traditions and cultural identity. As such, the beginning sets a scholarly tone while also hinting at the rich tapestry of tales and characters that readers can expect to encounter throughout the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Portuguese
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Ballads, Spanish
Subject Ballads, Portuguese
Subject Folk songs, Portuguese
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EBook-No. 34155
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 7, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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