A Morgadinha de Val-D'Amores/Entre a Flauta e a Viola by Camilo Castelo Branco

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Author Castelo Branco, Camilo, 1825-1890
Title A Morgadinha de Val-D'Amores/Entre a Flauta e a Viola
Theatro Comico de Camillo Castello Branco
Note Reading ease score: 60.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits Produced by Pedro Saborano (produced from scanned images
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Summary "A Morgadinha de Val-D'Amores/Entre a Flauta e a Viola" by Camilo Castelo Branco is a theatrical comedy written in the late 19th century. The narrative centers on D. Joanna Cogominho, the Morgadinha, and her complex romantic entanglement with Frederico Arthur da Costa, a scrivener, amidst the class distinctions and societal expectations of their time. This story likely explores themes of love, class conflict, and societal roles, as Joanna challenges her noble lineage and seeks happiness in love rather than status. The opening of the work introduces the vibrant setting of the story, including a range of lively characters and a rich tapestry of interactions that hint at a festive local culture. Frederico, the main male character, is depicted as a man torn between his aspirations and the societal boundary that separates him from Joanna. As he reveals his histrionic ambitions and disdain for social hierarchies through his inner monologue, he creates a dichotomy with the grounded, traditional expectations of marriage that Joanna's father, Pantaleão, embodies. The initial act sets the stage for romantic uncertainty and societal critique, suggesting a humorous yet poignant exploration of love and class struggle. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Portuguese
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Portuguese drama
Category Text
EBook-No. 30461
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 5, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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