Quinhentismo - LITERATURA | AULÃO

Summary

In this video, the speaker explores Quinhentismo, a pivotal period in Brazilian literature from the late 15th to the 16th century. This era, marked by the arrival of the Portuguese in Brazil under Pedro Álvares Cabral, primarily focused on informative and catechetical texts. The speaker explains how these works served to document the land, its beauty, and the cultural clash between the natives and Europeans. The video also highlights key figures like Pero Vaz de Caminha and Father José de Anchieta, emphasizing their roles in chronicling Brazil's early history and promoting Christianity.

Takeaways

• 😀 Quinhentismo is a crucial period in Brazilian literature, marking the beginning of the country's literary history.
• 😀 The period corresponds to the 1500s, specifically from the end of the 15th century to the 10th century, which is why it's called Quinhentismo.
• 😀 The arrival of the Portuguese in Brazil, led by Pedro Álvares Cabral, is the main historical event that defines the period.
• 😀 Quinhentismo was not a literary school but a literature with a specific, informative purpose.
• 😀 The primary role of Quinhentismo literature was to inform the Portuguese crown about the newly discovered lands.
• 😀 The literature produced during Quinhentismo is classified into two types: informative texts and catechetical texts.
• 😀 Informative texts focused on navigation conditions, the beauty of the lands, fauna, flora, and the cultural shock between the native peoples and the Europeans.
• 😀 An example of informative literature is Pero Vaz de Caminha’s famous letter of discovery, which was addressed to King Manuel I of Portugal.
• 😀 Catechetical texts were written by Jesuit priests with the aim of converting indigenous people to Christianity, using didactic and pedagogical language.
• 😀 Father José de Anchieta, a key figure in Quinhentismo, created important works like a grammar book for an indigenous language and religious texts to aid in the conversion process.

Q & A

What is Quinhentismo, and when did it occur?

Quinhentismo is a period in Brazilian literature that spans from the late 15th century to the 16th century, specifically in the 1500s. It marks the beginning of Brazilian literature.

Why is the period called Quinhentismo?

The term Quinhentismo comes from the number 'quinhentos', meaning the 1500s, because the period corresponds to the events and literary works of that century.

What major historical event marks the start of Quinhentismo?

The arrival of the Portuguese in Brazil, led by Pedro Álvares Cabral, is the major historical event that marks the beginning of Quinhentismo. It facilitated the first contact between the Portuguese and the native peoples of Brazil.

Is Quinhentismo considered a literary school?

No, Quinhentismo is not considered a literary school. It lacks the artistic objectives of other literary movements that focus on expressing emotions or visions of a specific historical moment.

What was the primary role of literature during Quinhentismo?

The primary role of literature during Quinhentismo was to inform the Portuguese crown about the newly discovered lands. It was more about fulfilling an informative purpose rather than artistic expression.

What are the two types of texts produced during Quinhentismo?

The two types of texts produced during Quinhentismo are informative texts and catechetical texts. Informative texts were written by travelers and Portuguese settlers, while catechetical texts were created by Jesuit priests to spread Christianity.

Can you give an example of an informative text from this period?

An example of an informative text from Quinhentismo is the famous letter written by Pero Vaz de Caminha, Pedro Álvares Cabral's clerk. This letter detailed the discovery of Brazil and was sent to King Manuel I of Portugal.

What themes were common in informative texts from Quinhentismo?

Informative texts often focused on navigation conditions, the beauty of the lands, the flora and fauna, and the cultural shock between the indigenous peoples and the Europeans.

What are catechetical texts, and who wrote them?

Catechetical texts were written by Jesuit priests with the goal of spreading Christianity to the indigenous peoples. These texts often included poems, letters, and writings with a pedagogical and didactic tone.

Who is one of the main authors associated with catechetical texts during Quinhentismo?

Father José de Anchieta is one of the main authors associated with catechetical texts during Quinhentismo. He studied indigenous languages and created a grammar for one of the most widely spoken languages on Brazil's coast.