O cancioneiro portuguez da Vaticana

Name: O cancioneiro portuguez da Vaticana
Author: Teófilo Braga

By Teófilo Braga

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History - Medieval/Middle Ages Poetry

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The essay examines the Vatican manuscript that preserves late medieval Portuguese lyric, recounting its rediscovery and urging a national scholarly response. It analyzes external and internal evidence to identify constituent songbooks and their relationships, investigates transmission and compilation practices, and compares courtly and popular poetic currents and formal elements such as lais and cantigas. It assesses linguistic features that mark the shift toward a written Portuguese, situates the repertoire in its social and historical milieu, and proposes steps for a critical edition, glossary, bibliography, and a literary history of the troubadour period.

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Teófilo Braga

Teófilo Braga was a prominent Portuguese writer, historian, and literary critic, known for his contributions to the understanding of Portuguese literature. His works often explore the intersection of history and literature, as seen in his notable book "Historia da litteratura portugueza [Vol. I]", which provides a comprehensive overview of the evolution of Portuguese literary traditions. Braga also delved into fantastic tales with his collection "Contos Phantasticos", showcasing his versatility as an author. Additionally, he engaged with themes of nationalism and cultural identity in works like "Viriatho: Narrativa epo-historica", reflecting the historical narratives of Portugal. His literary legacy continues to influence the study of Portuguese literature.