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Literary Fiction· Cape Verde

Os Flagelados do Vento Leste

by Manuel Lopes
Aggregate Editorial Score30/100
Published 1960Portuguese
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About This Book

Os Flagelados do Vento Leste by Manuel Lopes is a landmark work of literary fiction, first published in 1960. Os Flagelados do Vento Leste is a powerful novel that captures the harsh realities of life in Cape Verde, focusing on the struggles of its people against the backdrop of drought and famine. Manuel Lopes uses evocative language to highlight the resilience and solidarity of the Cape Verdean people, making it a cornerstone of Cape Verdean literature. Themes of struggle, resilience, community run through the work.

Book Details

AuthorManuel Lopes
Published1960
Country of Origin🇨🇻 Cape Verde
LanguagePortuguese
Category📖 Literary Fiction
Editorial Score30/100
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Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

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Country of Origin

🇨🇻 Cape Verde

This book is part of Cape Verde's rich literary tradition.

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Editorial Assessment

Manuel Lopes published Os Flagelados do Vento Leste in 1960, and it has since become one of the more widely recognised works of literary fiction from Cape Verde. The book's treatment of struggle, resilience, community, nature accounts for much of its enduring reputation. With an editorial score of 30/100 drawn from 1 independent sources, the book occupies a well-documented position in the critical literature. Its recognition spans international prizes, "best of" lists, and academic surveys. Readers coming to Os Flagelados do Vento Leste for the first time will find a work that rewards patience. The book's handling of struggle, resilience, community, nature is layered rather than didactic, and a second reading often reveals dimensions the first pass only hinted at. Within Cape Verde's literary landscape, Manuel Lopes occupies a significant position. Os Flagelados do Vento Leste is both a personal artistic statement and a contribution to a tradition shaped by the country's history and cultural concerns.
About this assessment: Editorial scores are aggregated from 1 independent sources including major literary prizes, critical surveys, and leading publications. Our editorial team reviews and contextualises this data. Rankings reflect critical consensus, not personal opinion or popularity metrics. Learn about our methodology.

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Manuel Lopes is a Cape Verde author whose work in literary fiction has earned recognition from readers and critics alike.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Os Flagelados do Vento Leste about?

Os Flagelados do Vento Leste is a powerful novel that captures the harsh realities of life in Cape Verde, focusing on the struggles of its people against the backdrop of drought and famine. Manuel Lopes uses evocative language to highlight the resilience and solidarity of the Cape Verdean people, making it a cornerstone of Cape Verdean literature.

Who wrote Os Flagelados do Vento Leste?

Os Flagelados do Vento Leste was written by Manuel Lopes, from Cape Verde. First published in 1960.

What awards has Os Flagelados do Vento Leste won?

Os Flagelados do Vento Leste has received the following recognition: notable critical recognition.

Is Os Flagelados do Vento Leste worth reading?

Os Flagelados do Vento Leste is a well-regarded book with an aggregate editorial score of 30/100 on 50 Best Books. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in struggle, resilience, community.

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What category is Os Flagelados do Vento Leste?

Os Flagelados do Vento Leste is classified as Literary Fiction. Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

What country is Os Flagelados do Vento Leste from?

Os Flagelados do Vento Leste originates from Cape Verde's literary tradition. Explore more books from Cape Verde on our country page.

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