Húmus by Raul Brandão
Set in a small, unnamed village, this introspective narrative delves into the existential musings and philosophical reflections of its narrator, who grapples with the cyclical nature of life and the inevitability of death. Through a series of vignettes and fragmented thoughts, the narrator observes the mundane yet profound lives of the villagers, exploring themes of despair, hope, and the search for meaning in a seemingly indifferent world. The text is a meditation on the human condition, capturing the beauty and tragedy of everyday existence with poetic and evocative language.
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- Published
- 1917
- Nationality
- Portuguese
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 150-200
- Original Language
- Portuguese
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