
In a restless world shaken by the cataclysm of 1914, the author turns the chaos of war into a platform for questioning everything we have taken for granted. He argues that the very right to heresy— to doubt, to dispute, and to reject the dominant dogmas of religion, politics, science, and art—has finally been won, even as old powers scramble to reassert themselves. The prologue sets a tone of urgent reflection, suggesting that the upheaval of the Great War has exposed the fragile foundations of our cherished institutions.
The book unfolds as a collection of concise, thought‑provoking notes that examine “heretical” ideas across a wide spectrum: from the role of nationalism and socialism to the ethics of consumption and the responsibilities of wealth. By weaving together personal observations with broader cultural critique, it invites listeners to reconsider the values that shape both public life and private conscience, offering a fresh lens on the turbulence of the early twentieth century.
Language
pt
Duration
~3 hours (213K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Pedro Saborano. A partir da digitalização disponibilizada pela bibRIA.
Release date
2008-10-14
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1859–1936
A Portuguese essayist, poet, and thinker whose work ranged from literary criticism and social reflection to politics, travel writing, and a passionate defense of vegetarianism. His books offer a lively window into the moral debates and cultural life of Portugal around the turn of the twentieth century.
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