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O mito dos Jesuítas em Portugal: Em Portugal, no Brasil e no Oriente (Séculos XVI a XX) - Volume I: Das Origens ao Marquês de Pombal

O mito dos Jesuítas em Portugal: Em Portugal, no Brasil e no Oriente (Séculos XVI a XX) - Volume I: Das Origens ao Marquês de Pombal

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O mito dos Jesuítas em Portugal: Em Portugal, no Brasil e no Oriente (Séculos XVI a XX) - Volume I: Das Origens ao Marquês de Pombal

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Editor's Note:
Os Jesuítas, uma ordem fundada por Inácio de Loyola e instituída em Portugal em 1540 por Francisco Xavier e Simão Rodrigues, constitui uma das congregações simultaneamente mais fascinantes e mais controversas da história portuguesa e europeia.A Companhia de Jesus exerceu, de facto, uma influência modeladora na Igreja, na sociedade, na política e na cultura portuguesas desde a sua fundação. As diferentes leituras do papel desta ordem na história de Portugal continuam a dividir os historiadores quanto ao valor real da sua acção. Tal se deve, em grande medida, aos estereótipos que ainda persistem, resultantes das intensas propagandas antijesuíticas e filojesuíticas que produziram, por um lado, um mito negro e, por outro, um mito luminoso em torno desta Ordem religiosa.Portugal foi o primeiro país a acolher a Ordem de Santo Inácio, logo no primeiro ano da sua aprovação pelo Papa Paulo III, e a dar-lhe, ao mais alto nível, um apoio que se revelou decisivo para a sua afirmação na Europa e nos espaços ultramarinos abertos à missionação.Mas Portugal foi também o primeiro reino a expulsar impiedosamente os Jesuítas, na época das Luzes, pela mão do Marquês de Pombal; medida extrema que veio a ser reeditada duas vezes: em 1834, no quadro da restauração do Liberalismo, e em 1910, pela I República. No entanto, a Companhia de Jesus conseguiu regressar sempre e reerguer-se com notável rapidez e eficácia sobre as ruínas das suas extinções, deixando uma marca indelével em importantes domínios da vida do nosso país.Esta obra fascinante de José Eduardo Franco resulta de uma intensa investigação de sete anos sobre a natureza e a acção da Companhia de Jesus e em torno da propaganda de ataque e de defesa dos Jesuítas ao longo de quase cinco séculos de história. Estamos perante um projecto de investigação e fundamentação únicos que opera a desconstrução dos estereótipos e propõe um roteiro para a compreensão global do mito da conspiração que se gerou à volta dos Padres da Companhia em que se empenharam figuras políticas cimeiras do nosso país.«A tese de José Eduardo Franco constitui um trabalho excepcionalmente rico, amplo e inovador, fundado em grande erudição e fecundado com inteligência histórica. Esta obra constitui uma notável contribuição para a história e para a antropologia religiosa da modernidade.»PHILIPPE BOUTRYDirector do Centre d'Anthropologie Religieuse Européenne, École des Hautes Études en Sciences Sociales

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Length 628 Pages
Language Por
Imprint Gradiva
Released 2006
Identifier (ISBN) 56141037
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"Exceeded all my expectations. The pacing was impeccable and the characters felt incredibly authentic. I was completely immersed. A true literary gem."
Sharon Anderson
Sharon Anderson November 03, 2025
"An acceptable diversion. The tempo was somewhat languid, and I found my mind wandering. Not poor, simply average. A fair 3 stars."
Andrew Rodriguez
Andrew Rodriguez October 09, 2025
"A very strong entry. A brilliant concept executed with flair. Just a few pacing choices I would change. A wonderful companion for a quiet weekend."
Elizabeth Turner
Elizabeth Turner December 29, 2025
"A highly sophisticated read. A brilliant concept executed with flair. Just a few pacing choices I would change. Quite impressive overall."
Joseph Thompson
Joseph Thompson January 08, 2025
"A profoundly satisfying read. I adored how the story unfolded. It kept me captivated without sacrificing elegance. I will undoubtedly revisit this masterpiece."
Joseph Thompson
Joseph Thompson August 06, 2025
"A profoundly satisfying read. The prose is exquisite. It’s accessible yet undeniably sophisticated. An effortless 5 stars."
Robert Lewis
Robert Lewis April 27, 2024
"I thoroughly enjoyed the elegance of it. Beautiful writing, though I craved slightly more depth in the lore. Still, undeniably engaging. A wonderful companion for a quiet weekend."
Sandra Anderson
Sandra Anderson June 11, 2025
"Exceeded all my expectations. The author orchestrated a breathtaking finale. Truly a work of art. I am now a lifelong fan of this author."
Sandra Turner
Sandra Turner November 23, 2024
"Masterpiece from start to finish. I became deeply invested in the protagonist's journey. A masterclass in storytelling. Worth every moment spent reading."
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