
audiobook
by conde de António Maria José de Melo César e Meneses Sabugosa
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A veil of prophecy looms over the Silva family as the ancient lion’s black tongue is lost, fulfilling a foreboding prediction that threatens their ancestral home. In the dim corridors of the Bellas estate, the elderly Brigida discovers that the house is slated for sale, a fate sealed by the restless spirit of Roque, a specter who once guided heirs and exposed hidden crimes. As she confronts the looming loss, the tale weaves together whispered legends, lingering superstitions, and the stubborn resilience of a woman determined to protect her lineage.
Meanwhile, Carlos, a young heir tangled in debts and the weight of his father’s ambitions, proposes a daring escape to the countryside, hoping to rebuild a shattered future alongside Brigida. Their tentative partnership sparks both hope and tension, as they navigate family curses, lingering ghosts, and the uncertain promise of a new beginning. The early chapters balance mystery with vivid portraiture of 19th‑century Portuguese life, inviting listeners into a world where history, fate, and personal courage intersect.
Language
pt
Duration
~1 hours (58K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Pedro Saborano (produced from scanned images of public domain material from Google Book Search)
Release date
May 6, 2009
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1854–1923
A Portuguese nobleman, diplomat, and writer, he moved easily between court life and the literary world. His work ranges from poetry and short fiction to historical writing, offering a lively glimpse of Portugal’s cultural life at the turn of the century.
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