A Manhã do Mundo
| Company type | Novel |
|---|---|
| Industry | Literature |
| Founded | May 2011 |
| Founder | Pedro Guilherme-Moreira |
| Products | Book |
A Manhã do Mundo (translated as The Morning of the World) marks the first novel by Portuguese writer Pedro Guilherme-Moreira. The story opens with the events of the September 11 attacks and delves into a hypothetical scenario related to that day.
Released in Portuguese in May 2011 through Publicações Dom Quixote, the book comprises 216 pages.
Release
The official unveiling occurred on July 10 at the Clube Literário do Porto, accompanied by a presentation from Professor José Eduardo Pinto da Costa.
Plot summary
Taking place during September 11, 2001, the narrative focuses on five characters—Thea, Mark Millard, Alice, Solomon—who leap from the Twin Towers. Additionally, it portrays Ayda, who harshly criticizes them as cowards, along with her husband. The novel envisions a scenario where some characters experience a reset of September 11 on September 13, examining ideas of destiny and repercussions.
External links
- Official blog of the book (available in Portuguese and English)
- Official Facebook page
- Author’s YouTube channel (offered in Portuguese and English)
- Interview with Pedro Guilherme-Moreira on "À Volta dos Livros", Antena 1, June 22, 2011 (in Portuguese)
- Video introduction of the novel, Diário de Notícias, May 28, 2011 (in Portuguese)
- Feature on TV program "Autores", TVI24, June 24, 2011 (in Portuguese)
- Appearance on TV show "Câmara Clara", RTP2, September 9, 2011 (starting at 3:27) (in Portuguese)
- Interview on "Mais Mulher", SIC Mulher, September 2011 (in Portuguese)