Á hora do crime by Francisco Luís Coutinho de Miranda
"Á hora do crime" by Francisco Luís Coutinho de Miranda is a dramatic fantasy in one act, written in the early 1870s. This play revolves around the assassination of General Prim, exploring themes of political intrigue, morality, and the struggle for democracy in Spain. The narrative is set against a backdrop of historical events, reflecting the tumultuous political climate of the time and the author's personal inclination towards revolutionary ideas. The storyunfolds in the home of D. Ramon in Madrid on the night of Prim's assassination. Characters engage in intense discussions about loyalty, political ideologies, and the implications of republicanism versus monarchy. Izabel, the daughter of D. Ramon and fiancée of Martinez, expresses her deep fears regarding the potential dangers faced by her loved ones amidst the political unrest. As the plot progresses, news of a violent attack on General Prim shocks the characters, revealing the complex layers of loyalty and treachery that define their relationships. Ultimately, the play serves as a poignant commentary on the nature of political power and the sacrifices made in the name of freedom, reflecting the author's fervent commitment to democracy and social justice. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Miranda, Francisco Luís Coutinho de, -1883 |
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| Title | Á hora do crime phantasia dramatica em 1 acto a proposito do assassinato do General Prim |
| Alternate Title | À hora do crime fantasia dramática em 1 acto a propósito do assassinato do General Prim |
| Original Publication | Lisboa: Typ. Livre--22, Rua da Padaria, 22 1871 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 45.8 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Pedro Saborano. Para comentários à transcrição visite http://pt-scriba.blogspot.com (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Print project.) |
| Language Note | This ebook uses 19th century spelling |
| Language | Portuguese |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Drama |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 20999 |
| Release Date | Apr 6, 2007 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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