O Que Fazem Mulheres: Romance Philosophico
O Que Fazem Mulheres is a philosophical novel by Camilo Castelo Branco, published in 1858. The story follows Ludovina, a young woman grappling with societal expectations of marriage and her personal desires. Through her conversations with her mother, the narrative explores themes of love, duty, and the complexities of women's roles in 19th-century Portuguese society, highlighting Ludovina's internal conflict between familial obligations and her affections for two men. The novel serves as a parody of romantic feuilletons while offering insights into human emotions and societal norms.
