Cinco minutos by José Martiniano de Alencar

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Author Alencar, José Martiniano de, 1829-1877
Title Cinco minutos
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Summary "Cinco minutos" by José Martiniano de Alencar is a novella written in the late 19th century. The narrative revolves around a man who becomes enamored with a mysterious woman he accidentally encounters while taking a bus ride. The story explores themes of love, illusion, and fleeting moments, drawn from the protagonist's internal musings and romantic ideals. At the start of the novella, the unnamed protagonist recalls a rainy evening over two years ago when he missed his bus and had to wait until the evening's service arrived. He is seated next to a woman shrouded in layers of silk and veils, rendering her face invisible to him. Intrigued, he imagines her beauty and becomes enamored by her delicate touch. This moment of forced intimacy leads to an intense attraction, despite his uncertainties about her appearance. The first chapter sets the stage for a tale of longing and misperceived reality as the protagonist grapples with his feelings, and the enchantment of the unknown has twisted his perception of love and desire. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Portuguese
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Fiction
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EBook-No. 44540
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Nov 12, 2023
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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