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José Martiniano de Alencar
1829-1877
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O Guarany: romance brazileiro, Vol. 1 (of 2)
"O Guarany: romance brazileiro, Vol. 1 (of 2)" by José Martiniano de Alencar is a novel published in 1857. Set in 1604 colonial Brazil, it follows Peri, a Goitacá Indian who has devoted himself to protecting Cecília, the daughter of Portuguese nobleman Dom Antônio de Mariz. When the dangerous adventurer Loredano arrives at the family's remote castle-like home, he begins plotting to kidnap Cecília and overthrow the household. A foundational text of Brazilian Romanticism, the novel blends adventure, Gothic elements, and themes of freedom and indigenous identity.
Iracema com uma noticia biographica do auctor
"Iracema" by José de Alencar is a novel published in 1865. Set during Brazil's colonial period, the story follows a forbidden romance between Iracema, a Tabajara indigenous woman, and Martim, a Portuguese colonist allied with her people's enemies. Their union produces Moacir, symbolically portrayed as the first true Brazilian. Through this legendary tale, Alencar reimagines the founding of Ceará and explores the cultural and racial mixing that shaped Brazilian identity, blending indigenous tradition with European influence in an allegorical narrative about colonization.
A Pata da Gazella: romance brasileiro.
"A Pata da Gazella: romance brasileiro" by José Martiniano de Alencar is a novel first published in 1870. Set in Rio de Janeiro, it tells the story of two young men competing for the affections of Amélia, a businessman's daughter. Wealthy Horacio becomes obsessed with her supposedly beautiful feet after finding her shoe, while hardworking Leopoldo loves her character and spirit. When both men believe she has a deformed foot, their contrasting reactions reveal their true natures in this ironic reversal of the Cinderella tale.
O Guarany: romance brazileiro, Vol. 2 (of 2)
"O Guarany: romance brazileiro, Vol. 2 (of 2)" by José Martiniano de Alencar is a Brazilian novel first published in 1857. Set in 1604 colonial Brazil, it follows Peri, a noble indigenous Goitacá warrior who serves a Portuguese family living in a remote castle-like settlement. When the adventurer Loredano infiltrates the household and plots to kidnap the lord's daughter Cecília, whom Peri devotedly protects, tensions escalate. This foundational Romantic work blends adventure, violence, and eroticism while exploring themes of freedom, indigenous identity, and Brazilian independence.
Ubirajara: Lenda Tupi
"Ubirajara: Lenda Tupi" by José Martiniano de Alencar is a novel published in 1874. This Romantic tale follows Jaguarê, a young Araguaia hunter seeking glory through combat. When he encounters Araci, daughter of a rival chief, his quest transforms into a battle for love and honor. Through contests of strength and strategic alliances, he must navigate tribal warfare, forbidden romance, and ancient customs. The story culminates in an unexpected union that reshapes two nations into one, celebrating indigenous Brazilian culture before European contact.
Cinco minutos
"Cinco minutos" by José Martiniano de Alencar is a novel initially published in serial form in 1856. A five-minute delay causes a nameless narrator to miss his bus, leading to a fateful encounter with a veiled woman who whispers a mysterious Italian phrase. What follows is an obsessive search across continents as he pursues this elusive stranger who loves him from afar yet claims an incurable disease keeps them apart. Their romance unfolds through chance meetings, tearful handkerchiefs, and cryptic notes left across Europe.
Como e porque sou romancista
"Como e porque sou romancista" by José Martiniano de Alencar is an autobiographical account written in the late 19th century. The book delves into Alencar's literary journey, exploring the influences, experiences, and circumstances that shaped his vocation as a novelist. This work is not merely a biography but rather a reflection on the art of storytelling and the factors that contribute to the development of a writer's identity. In this introspective narrative, Alencar recounts key moments from his childhood and early adulthood that fueled his passion for literature, including significant figures such as his teacher, Janário Matheus Ferreira, who instilled in him a love for learning and literature. He reflects on the early days of his writing career, his inspirations drawn from literature and life experiences, and his commitment to capturing the essence of Brazilian culture and identity through his novels. The book serves as both a personal memoir and a manifesto for aspiring writers, emphasizing the relationship between life experiences and literary creativity.