Volfrâmio by Aquilino Ribeiro
Set against the backdrop of World War II, this narrative delves into the lives of those living in a remote Portuguese village, where the discovery of tungsten, a valuable mineral, disrupts the community's tranquility. The story explores the moral dilemmas and social upheavals that arise as foreign powers and local opportunists vie for control over the newfound resource. Through vivid character portrayals and a richly detailed setting, the tale captures the tension between tradition and modernity, as well as the impact of global conflicts on small, isolated communities.
- Published
- 1944
- Nationality
- Portuguese
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 200-250
- Original Language
- Portuguese
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