Resumo
Camillo Castello Branco by António da Silva Pinto, published in 1889, is a biographical and critical study of the renowned Portuguese novelist Camillo Castello Branco. The work celebrates his literary genius, highlighting his ability to evoke both laughter and tears through his profound observation and intuition.
It portrays Camillo as a towering figure in Portuguese literature, whose works, spanning novels, dramas, and translations, form a monumental contribution to the language and culture.
The text explores his life, from his early years in Lisbon to his later retreat in S.
Miguel de Seide, emphasizing his resilience against personal hardships, including his son’s mental illness and his own chronic health issues.
It also defends Camillo against critics, showcasing his polemical wit and mastery of language, particularly through works like A Corja and Euzébio Macário, while situating him as a key figure in Portuguese Romanticism.