A Cidade e as Serras

Name: A Cidade e as Serras
Author: Eça de Queirós

By Eça de Queirós

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A narrator recounts the life of Jacintho, an heir raised amid Parisian luxury whose days are filled with technological comforts, fashionable amusements, and mounting ennui. Struck by illness and dissatisfaction, he withdraws from the urban scene to his ancestral estate in the hills, where slower rhythms, manual work, and natural surroundings restore his appetite and spirits. The narrative traces his transformation from cosmopolitan excess to rural renewal, contrasting artificial modernity with simple pleasures and offering ironic observations on taste, progress, and the healing power of landscape and community.

About the Author

Eça de Queirós

Eça de Queirós was a prominent Portuguese writer known for his critical and satirical approach to society and politics in the 19th century. His works often explore themes of social injustice and the complexities of human nature. Among his notable novels is "A Cidade e as Serras," which contrasts rural and urban life, showcasing his keen observations of Portuguese society. Eça's literary style blends realism with a touch of romanticism, making him a significant figure in Portuguese literature. His contributions continue to resonate, reflecting the cultural and social dynamics of his time.