The Crime of Father Amaro by Eça de Queirós
Scenes from the Religious Life
Set in 19th century Portugal, this novel follows the life of a young priest, Father Amaro, who is posted in a provincial parish. Despite his religious vows, he falls in love with a beautiful girl, Amelia, who is also the daughter of his landlady. Their forbidden love affair results in Amelia's pregnancy, leading to tragic consequences. The novel vividly portrays the corruption within the Catholic Church and the hypocrisy of the society.
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- Published
- 1875
- Nationality
- Portuguese
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 300-400
- Original Language
- Portuguese
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- Alternate Titles
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- El Crimen Del Padre Amaro
- El crimen del padre Amaro
- Il delitto del padre Amaro
- La Colpa Di Don Amaro
- La colpa di Don Amaro
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