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"Pereira Maintains" by Antonio Tabucchi is a compelling narrative set in Lisbon during the oppressive Salazar dictatorship of the 1930s. The story follows Pereira, an aging, apolitical journalist, who finds his quiet lif… see more
The Last Kabbalist of Lisbon
"The Last Kabbalist of Lisbon" by Richard Zimler is a gripping historical mystery set in 1500s Portugal, weaving a tale of intrigue, murder, and mysticism. The story follows Berekiah Zarco, a young Kabbalist, as he unrav… see more
Empty Wardrobes
"Empty Wardrobes" by Maria Judite de Carvalho is a poignant exploration of female identity and societal expectations in post-Salazar Portugal. Through the life of Dora Rosário, a widow struggling to define herself beyond… see more
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