O Charlatanismo Ou O Congresso Abolido

<p>O Charlatanismo Ou O Congresso Abolido is a rediscovered heroic poem in blank verse by José Anselmo Correia Henriques. Found hidden away in the Necessidades Palace after the abolition of the courts on June 5 1823 this manuscript offers a satirical glimpse into the political landscape of early 19th-century Portugal. The poem critiques the charlatanism and perceived absurdities of the abolished congress reflecting the turbulent times following the end of the constitutional monarchy and the return to absolutist rule under D. João VI.</p> <p>Henriques' work stands as a vital historical and literary document providing insight into the political and social climate of the period. Its rediscovery offers scholars and readers a unique opportunity to explore the complexities of Portuguese history through the lens of satirical verse.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore you will see the original copyright references library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world) and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America and possibly other nations. Within the United States you may freely copy and distribute this work as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact this work may contain missing or blurred pages poor pictures errant marks etc. Scholars believe and we concur that this work is important enough to be preserved reproduced and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>