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Camilo Castelo Branco
Portuguese writer, playwright, poet, historian Date of Birth: 16.03.1825 Country: Portugal |
Content:
- Camilo Castelo Branco: A Literary Master
- Political Views and Stance
- Prolificacy and Legacy
- Literary Achievements
- "Scenas contemporâneas" (1862)
- Tragic End
Camilo Castelo Branco: A Literary Master
Early Life and CareerCamilo Castelo Branco was a renowned Portuguese novelist, playwright, poet, and historian.
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Born in Vila Real, Portugal, he embarked on his literary career from an early age. Castelo Branco's prolific writing shaped Portuguese literature, introducing the domestic novel to the genre.
Political Views and Stance
In his political life, Castelo Branco initially held Legitimist sympathies but later distanced himself from party affiliations.
He declined official positions, preferring to focus on his writing.
Prolificacy and Legacy
Castelo Branco penned an astounding two hundred volumes of novels. His tremendous productivity, w