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A Senhora Viscondessa   By: (1850-1928)

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A Senhora Viscondessa is a captivating historical novel that transports readers to 19th century Portugal. The story follows the journey of a young and spirited Viscountess who defies societal expectations and norms to forge her own path.

Sebastião de Magalhães Lima's writing is vivid and evocative, painting a rich tapestry of the era with detailed descriptions of the opulent estates, lavish balls, and political intrigues of the time. The characters are well-developed and complex, each with their own motivations and struggles that add depth to the story.

The Viscountess herself is a compelling heroine, who navigates the challenges of love, duty, and power with grace and determination. Her strength and resilience in the face of adversity make her a truly unforgettable character.

Overall, A Senhora Viscondessa is a masterfully crafted novel that will transport readers to a bygone era and keep them captivated from beginning to end. Highly recommended for fans of historical fiction and romance.

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A SENHORA VISCONDESSA

A SENHORA VISCONDESSA

ROMANCE ORIGINAL

POR

S. DE MAGALHÃES LIMA

COIMBRA

Imprensa Commercial e Industrial

1875

A TI

A ti, que hoje és ideal, e que um dia serás mãe; a ti, que foste filha e que has de ser esposa; a ti, mulher, a ti,

Consagro este livro.

Magalhães Lima

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Um baile

Temos baile em casa da sr.^a viscondessa de B .

Á porta do palacete param trens sem conta. Descem os convivas, profusamente almiscarados.

No salão crusam se os pares: elles , fragrantes, como uma rosa de Bengalla; ellas , voluptuosas e tépidas, como uma brisa do Oriente.

A sala é vasta, enorme, quadrangular. A cada canto uma mesa de marmore oleosa e de difficil lavôr. Do tecto dourado e semicircular pende um lustre de sessenta lumes, adornado de flores artificiaes e de vidrilhos verdes. A mobilia, de um estofo azul e assetinado, rivalisa em symetria com os mais encantados jardins de Granada.

As janellas abertas atraiçoam os segredos dos namorados. Como relampagos, reflectem se na praça as vertigens da walsa.

Por sobre a sombra do arvoredo ondeia a luz phantasticamente. A cada um d'estes banhos despertam as aves nos seus ninhos... Continue reading book >>




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