Author
Bento Moreno
1848-1919
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Books by Bento Moreno
Comedia do Campo volume III (Scenas do Minho)
"Comedia do Campo volume III (Scenas do Minho)" by Bento Moreno is a dramatic narrative likely written in the late 19th century. This work appears to capture the lives and struggles of rural characters in the Minho region of Portugal, exploring themes of hardship, orphanhood, and the complex dynamics within families and communities. The opening focuses on the plight of two orphaned children, Tone and Quina, highlighting their emotional turmoil and interactions with various adult figures. At the start of the narrative, we are introduced to Tone, who is taken in by different adults after the death of both his parents. The kind Father Carvalhosa brings the children to safety, but after the initial acceptance, they are forcibly separated, each going to live with different relatives. Tone's journey unfolds as he is reluctantly adopted by a family that seems well-off but is unfamiliar to him. The description captures his nostalgia for his past life, the emotional struggle of adjustment, and initial resistance to new circumstances, all set against a backdrop of austere, melancholic landscapes that accentuate the children's loss and longing.
Novos contos 4º volume da Comedia do Campo
"Novos contos" by Bento Moreno is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. The book explores various facets of life, often depicting characters immersed in their struggles, desires, and interactions within their social contexts. It delves into themes of illness, love, longing, and the complexities of human relationships, revealing the emotional nuances of its characters. The opening of the collection introduces a narrator who reflects on his experiences during a severe illness at a young age, detailing his physical and psychological turmoil as he confronts the reality of life and death. He vividly recounts the agony of his fever and the subsequent slow return to health, portraying a struggle not only for physical recovery but for a deeper understanding of existence itself. As he begins to regain his normal sensations and desires, he experiences a profound appreciation for life, contrasted with a visceral fear of mortality. This introspective narrative sets the tone for the themes of resilience and the bittersweet nature of existence that are likely to unfold in the subsequent stories.