Trabalhos Forcados (1900) - Paperback

Trabalhos Forcados is a novel written by Joao Chagas in 1900. The book tells the story of a group of prisoners who are forced to work in harsh conditions in the Portuguese colonies in Africa. The main character is a young man named Manuel, who is wrongly accused of a crime and sent to the colonies to work in the mines. Manuel struggles to survive in the brutal environment, facing hunger, disease, and abuse from the guards. Along the way, he meets other prisoners who become his friends and allies. The novel is a powerful critique of the Portuguese colonial system and the treatment of prisoners. It also explores themes of injustice, resilience, and the human spirit. Trabalhos Forcados is a classic of Portuguese literature and a must-read for anyone interested in colonial history and social justice.Two Volumes In One.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.