As theocracias litterarias : Relance sobre o estado actual da litteratura portugueza

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Braga, Teófilo, 1843-1924

Language:

Portuguese

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"As theocracias litterarias" by Teófilo Braga is a critical examination of Portuguese literature written during the mid-19th century. This literary work discusses the current state of Portuguese literature, addressing the decline of traditional literary authorities and the emergence of individual creativity and expression. Braga's text serves as a reflection on the aesthetics and values that shape literary production in his time. In this book, Braga critiques the established literary figures, such as the poet and critic Castilho, while advocating for a more authentic representation of art that eschews imitation and superficiality. He emphasizes the importance of truth and individual sentiment over adherence to outdated academic standards. Through his analysis, Braga contemplates the broader philosophical implications of art, including the relationship between beauty, nature, and human experience. He argues for a literature that is both meaningful and connected to the realities of modern life, positioning himself against what he perceives to be the "theocratical" dominance of literary elites. The text ultimately champions the values of the Romantic movement, calling for a genuine and heartfelt approach to literature that resonates with the human condition. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Pedro Saborano (produced from scanned images of public domain material from Google Book Search)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 39.5 (College-level). Difficult to read.

Release date is 2008-04-29