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Characteristics
Book review
Peer reviewed
Keywords
Pessoa, fernando
Private library
Western esotericism
Reading
Genetic criticism
Biblioteca particular
Esoterismo ocidental
Leitura
Crítica genética
Key findings
The review presents Marrone's book as a significant contribution to Pessoa scholarship, arguing that it illuminates the role of Western esotericism in Pessoa's reading and writing through genetic criticism. It proposes that examining Pessoa's private library reveals hidden esoteric influences that shaped his literary output.
Abstract
Recensão de MARRONE, Rita Catania (2025). Os Livros Ocultos de Fernando Pessoa. Lisboa: Imprensa Nacional-Casa da Moeda. Colecção Pessoana. 440 pp. [ISBN: 978-972-27-3285-7].
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