Description
Eça de Queirós masterfully chronicles the slow decay of the once-proud Maia family in 19th-century Lisbon, tracing their decline over three generations. As societal hypocrisy and personal complacency take root, the family's fortunes dwindle, culminating in a passionate and ultimately tragic love affair that exposes the deep-seated flaws within their lineage. This sweeping novel offers a poignant critique of Portuguese society, exploring themes of love, disillusionment, and the corrosive effects of a stagnant aristocracy.
Available Editions
paperback
London : Bodley Head
Published Jan 1, 1965
644 pages
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Details
First Published
1888
Language
por
Translation
From: por
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for The Maias by Eca de Queirós.
Death/Grief
Abuse