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R. Desti

    Baltasar and Blimunda
    • Baltasar and Blimunda

      • 368 pages
      • 13 hours of reading

      Set against the backdrop of 18th-century Portugal during the Inquisition, the story intertwines romance and magic amidst societal turmoil. A naked friar flees through Lisbon, while flagellants revel in sin's punishment. Amidst the chaos of plague and persecution, an unlikely couple finds love, showcasing the resilience of the human spirit. Rich in historical detail, this enchanting narrative explores themes of deceit, faith, and the extraordinary amidst the ordinary, creating a vivid tapestry of human folly and will.

      Baltasar and Blimunda2017
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