02208cam a22003253u 4500 28691 UtSlPG 20260610133644.0 m cr n 260607r2009||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG pt iso639-1 PQ Carvalho, João Marques de, 1866-1910 Contos do Norte Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2009 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2009-05-04 Represalias -- Um exgottado -- Conto do natal -- A neta da cobacla de Ourém -- O banho da tapuia -- Complicações psychologicas -- Um caso da cabanada -- Um como tantos. Produced by Pedro Saborano (produced from scanned images of public domain material from Google Book Search) "Contos do Norte" by João Marques de Carvalho is a collection of short stories written in the early 20th century. The book showcases narratives that celebrate the life and culture of the Amazonian people, particularly reflecting on the experiences of those who inhabit the lush, untamed landscapes of the region. Themes of love, loss, and nature are prevalent, portraying the emotional depth and resilience of the characters. The opening of "Contos do Norte" welcomes readers with a heartfelt homage to the people of Pará, introducing the reader to the life of a caboclo named Antonio. Following a tragic event where he loses his wife to the sea, Antonio moves to a remote area with his son in search of solace. Yet, his grief transforms into a fierce desire for revenge against the ocean, leading him to a fateful encounter during a storm. The opening sets a rich, atmospheric backdrop, emphasizing the connection between humanity and the natural world, laying the groundwork for the poignant tales that follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Fiction Short stories https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/28691 69599 69599