Os Lusíadas: Book Guide, Author and Facts
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Os Lusíadas, usually translated as The Lusiads, is a Portuguese epic poem written by Luís de Camões and first published in 1572. It is widely regarded as the most important work of Portuguese-language literature and is frequently compared to Virgil's Aeneid. The work celebrates the discovery of a sea route to India by the Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama (1469–1524). The ten cantos of the poem are in ottava rima and total 1,102 stanzas.
Quick facts about Os Lusíadas
- Title: Os Lusíadas
- Author: Luís de Camões
- First published: 1572
- Genre: poetry, history, discovery and exploration
- OpenLibrary ID: OL848771W
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What is Os Lusíadas about?
*Os Lusíadas*, usually translated as *The Lusiads*, is a Portuguese epic poem written by Luís de Camões and first published in 1572.
Who wrote Os Lusíadas?
Os Lusíadas was written by Luís de Camões.
When was Os Lusíadas published?
Os Lusíadas was first published in 1572.
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