Always blue Algarve
Nuno Júdice is right when he says that Manuel Teixeira Gomes stands out as one of the great writers of our language. His prose is original, his way of defining feelings is incomparable, his pantheistic rhythm is captivating, and he is a unique guide. The text explores his literary style, noting how he intersected genres—narrative, autobiography, diary, art criticism, and travelogues—in a way that was ahead of his time, comparable perhaps only to Raul Brandão or later, António Patrício. The author reflects on Teixeira Gomes's connection to the Algarve, recalling his encounter with the poet João de Deus and the vivid, sensory descriptions of the landscape, as well as the local legends and characters of the region. The piece concludes with a nostalgic reflection on the author's own journeys and the enduring, mysterious beauty of the blue Algarve.
