Memorial de Ayres by Machado de Assis
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| Author | Machado de Assis, 1839-1908 |
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| Title | Memorial de Ayres |
| Note | Reading ease score: 64.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Memorial de Ayres" by Machado de Assis is a novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative revolves around the life experiences and reflections of an unnamed protagonist, capturing the sentiments surrounding love, loss, and relationships within Brazilian society. Central to the story is the character of Fidelia Noronha, a widow, whose past and potential future relationships are intricately explored. The opening of the novel presents a reflective recounting of the protagonist's memories and interactions. We learn about his return from Europe and his experiences visiting a cemetery with his sister, Rita, to pay respects to their deceased family members. The protagonist's thoughts reveal his observations of the people around him, including a beautiful widow he notices while at the cemetery. This initial section sets the stage for further explorations of the complexities of love and companionship, especially as he navigates his feelings towards Fidelia, marking the beginning of a profound exploration of human connections against the backdrop of his past. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | Portuguese |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Brazil -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 55797 |
| Release Date | Oct 23, 2017 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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