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A collection of stories written in the late 19th century. The work juxtaposes the vibrant yet troubling life in Lisbon against the backdrop of rural life, exploring themes such as longing, debauchery, and human emotion through its characters and narratives. The author intricately paints the contrast between the bustling, often vice-ridden city and the tranquil yet burdened existence of the countryside. The opening