Chronicas de Viagem

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Pimentel, Alberto, 1849-1925

Language:

Portuguese

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Chronicas de Viagem" by Alberto Pimentel is a collection of travel essays written in the late 19th century. The work captures the author's reflections and observations of various locations in Portugal, including Caldas da Rainha and Nazareth, as he immerses himself in the culture and experiences of each place. Pimentel's writing vividly portrays the idiosyncrasies of society, the landscapes he encounters, and the peculiarities of his fellow travelers, establishing a sense of nostalgia and wit. At the start of the narrative, the author arrives in Caldas da Rainha, a popular spa town, describing the bustling scene filled with travelers, particularly a mix of local Portuguese and Spaniards. He humorously details the rituals surrounding the therapeutic waters, noting the behaviors and appearances of the townspeople who partake in the healing waters-comparing them to eager pilgrims at a holy shrine. This opening sets the tone for a travelogue rich with observations of daily life and character, as Pimentel engages with both the beauty and absurdity of the social milieu he encounters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

E-text prepared by Pedro Saborano

Notes:

Reading ease score: 53.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Release date is 2010-07-03