Almeida Garrett was a renowned Portuguese poet, playwright, and novelist born on February 4, 1799. His works are considered to be some of the earliest examples of the Romantic literary movement in Portugal, and his most famous works include Camoes and Viagens na Minha Terra. Garrett's works are still widely read and studied today.
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About
Poet, Playwright, and Novelist whose work exemplifies the early Romantic literary movement in Portugal. His best-known works include Camoes and Viagens na Minha Terra.
Before Fame
He studied law at the University of Coimbra. He published his debut work, Lucrecia, in 1819.
Trivia
He was politically vocal and twice sought exile in England.
Family Life
He married and divorced Luisa Midosi and subsequently had a child with his longtime partner, Adelaide Deville Pastor.
Associated With
He was a leading figure of Romanticism, as was poet Adam Mickiewicz.
