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Η ελαφρότητα του βλέμματος

A Collection of Poems

Agostinho Adrego Pessanha Alvaro Oliveira Aristea-Effrosyni Sapera

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Letras Ausentes Unipessoal Lda.
11 November 2025
Η ελαφρότητα του βλέμματος (A Leveza Do Olhar - Greek Edition) is a luminous collection that captures the quiet power of emotion and the beauty hidden in everyday moments. Portuguese author Agostinho Adrego Pessanha distills love, memory, and introspection into verses that reveal the soul's gentlest truths. In this Greek edition, skillfully translated by Aristea-Effrosyni Sapera, the work gains a new resonance, inviting readers to pause, breathe, and rediscover wonder in life's simplest gestures.

Tender, contemplative, and profoundly human, this collection celebrates the lightness that exists between seeing and feeling, where words become windows to the heart. Ideal for readers who appreciate contemporary Portuguese literature and seek calm, lyrical reflection.
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Illustrated by:   Alvaro Oliveira
Translated by:  
Imprint:   Letras Ausentes Unipessoal Lda.
Dimensions:   Height: 203mm,  Width: 127mm,  Spine: 5mm
Weight:   104g
ISBN:   9798892141543
Pages:   72
Publication Date:  
Audience:   General/trade ,  ELT Advanced
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active

Agostinho Adrego Pessanha writes with a quiet intensity that gives shape to emotion and memory. His poetry captures moments of introspection and connection, offering readers a space to pause and reflect. Through carefully chosen words and vivid imagery, he explores the subtle textures of inner life. Pessanha's work speaks to the unspoken, those fleeting impressions and quiet truths that linger long after the page is turned. Álvaro Oliveira is a Portuguese illustrator known for his distinctive artistic vision and creative flair. Born in Portugal, he discovered his passion for art early and has continuously honed his craft. As a self-taught artist, he draws inspiration from his surroundings and the people he encounters daily. His illustrations are marked by intricate details, vivid colors, and imaginative characters, bringing stories to life that captivate readers of all ages. In addition to illustration, Álvaro is skilled in graphic design and creating visual identities for a diverse range of clients. Despite his success, he remains dedicated to his craft and constantly pushes himself to explore new techniques and styles, drawing inspiration from music, nature, and pop culture. His bold and imaginative artwork continues to motivate and captivate audiences worldwide. Aristea-Effrosyni Sapera is an experienced Greek translator with working languages Portuguese, English, and Greek. She graduated in Greek Philology from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and holds a Master's in Classical Literature from the University of London (UCL). Her love of languages and her residence in Portugal since 2010 led her to devote herself to the field of Translation. She attended certified seminars on Translation and Linguistic Information Technologies at the Camões Institute and on Subtitling and Audiovisual Translation at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. She has collaborated with Embassies, Universities, and other Portuguese public entities and has also worked on the translation of television scripts. She has been a member of the Portuguese Association of Professional Translators and Interpreters APTRAD, since 2024.

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