Portuguese literature by Aubrey F. G. Bell
"Portuguese Literature" by Aubrey F. G. Bell is a scholarly account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the development and richness of Portuguese literature, spanning various epochs from its origins to contemporary times. Bell aims to highlight the contributions of notable authors and the broader cultural context that has shaped their works within Portuguese literary history. The opening of "Portuguese Literature" provides insight into the significance of the 19th
and 20th centuries for Portuguese literary heritage. The author reflects on how many important works and poets were previously forgotten, only to be rediscovered in recent years. He emphasizes the richness of indigenous poetry in the Iberian Peninsula and introduces the concept of "cossantes," a distinctive form of lyric poetry that showcases the unique artistic expression of early Portuguese poets, primarily found in historical poetry collections. Bell's initial discourse sets the stage for a deeper exploration of the diverse literary forms and influences that characterize Portuguese writing. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Bell, Aubrey F. G. (Aubrey Fitz Gerald), 1882-1950 |
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| LoC No. | 22012776 |
| Title | Portuguese literature |
| Original Publication | Oxford: Oxford Clarendon Press, 1922. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 60.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Portuguese literature -- History and criticism |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 75425 |
| Release Date | Feb 20, 2025 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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