Brazilian Tales by Albuquerque, Coelho Netto, Dolores, and Machado de Assis

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Translator Goldberg, Isaac, 1887-1938
Author Albuquerque, Medeiros e, 1867-1934
Author Coelho Netto, Henrique, 1864-1934
Author Dolores, Carmen, 1852-1910
Author Machado de Assis, 1839-1908
Title Brazilian Tales
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Summary "Brazilian Tales" by Joaquim Maria Machado de Assis, José Medeiros e Albuquerque, Coelho Netto, and Carmen Dolores is a collection of short stories written in the early 20th century. This anthology showcases a selection of Brazilian literature, highlighting the unique voices and themes present in the country's narrative tradition. The tales explore various aspects of human experience, often intertwining elements of realism and psychological depth. The opening of the collection begins with a thoughtful introduction that frames the discussion on Brazilian literature's evolution, suggesting a rich yet complex tradition. Following this, the first story, "The Attendant's Confession," introduces us to the character Procopio, who reflects on his tumultuous relationship with a difficult invalid, Colonel Felisbert. As Procopio recaps his experiences of hostility and ultimately violent confrontation with the colonel, the narrative delves into themes of power, guilt, and existential reflection, setting a compelling tone for the rest of the collection. The stories promise insights into the intricacies of Brazilian society and the human condition itself. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Short stories, Brazilian -- Translations into English
Subject Brazil -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 21040
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 2, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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