Description

In this satirical novel, Eça de Queirós introduces Teodorico Raposo, a young man burdened by a devout upbringing who yearns for freedom from religious dogma. Sent to Lisbon to live with his aunt, Teodorico embarks on a peculiar quest to Jerusalem in search of a sacred relic, hoping to find solace or perhaps a means of escape. However, his journey takes an unexpected turn as he grapples with the authenticity of faith and the temptation to fabricate miracles, ultimately leading to a profound exploration of hypocrisy and the human condition. Through sharp wit and keen observation, Queirós crafts a timeless narrative that dissects societal conventions and the complexities of belief.

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The Relic

Eça de Queirós

paperback

Hippocrene Books

Published Apr 1, 1995

ISBN: 9780781803465

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First Published

1887

Language

por

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