Canto heróico sobre as façanh. dos portugueses na expedição de Tripoli by Cardoso

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Author Cardoso, José Francisco, 1761?-1823?
Translator Bocage, Manuel Maria Barbosa du, 1765-1805
Title Canto heróico sobre as façanh. dos portugueses na expedição de Tripoli
Alternate Title Canto heróico sobre as façanhas dos portugueses na expedição de Tripoli
Original Publication Lisboa: Off. da Casa Litt. do Arco do Cego, 1800.
Note Portuguese translation (Canto heróico) is followed by Latin original (Carmen).
Credits Rita Farinha and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by National Library of Portugal (Biblioteca Nacional de Portugal).)
Summary "Canto heróico sobre as façanh. dos portugueses na expedição de Tripoli" by Cardoso is a historical epic written in the early 19th century. The piece illustrates the valor and exploits of Portuguese forces during their military expedition against Tripoli, celebrating significant figures and their contributions to Portuguese glory and colonial ambition. The poem aims to evoke a sense of national pride and honor in the face of adversities posed by foreign powers. The opening of this poetic work sets a grand tone, invoking the muse and establishing a call to celebrate the heroic deeds of Portugal's noble figures, particularly focusing on the historical context of the expedition to Tripoli. As it unfolds, it highlights the contrast between the valor of the Portuguese and the treachery of their Moorish adversaries, showcasing key characters such as the valiant Donaldo and the tyrannical Bachá of Tripoli. The author employs vivid imagery and dramatic appeals to emphasize the themes of honor, duty, and the moral struggles inherent in conflict, setting the stage for the events to come. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Latin
Language Portuguese
LoC Class PA: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature
Subject Portugal -- Foreign relations -- Libya -- Tripoli -- Poetry
Subject John VI, King of Portugal, 1767-1826 -- Poetry
Subject Latin poetry, Medieval and modern -- Brazil -- Translations into Portuguese
Subject Latin poetry, Medieval and modern -- Brazil
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