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Description edit
The narrative material of this short, almost weightless tale by the late Brazilian writer (19251977) is reminiscent of old-fashioned naturalism, but the intention is far from that. Macabea, a young woman from the backwoods, arrives in bewildering Rio. Homely, ignorant, without skills or... read more
Ridiculously Simplified Synopsis edit
Quotes edit
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“"Escrevo por não ter nada a fazer no mundo: sobrei e não há lugar pra mim na terra dos homens".”
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“"Hoje, pensou ela, hoje é o primeiro dia de minha vida: nasci".”
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“Make no mistake, I only achieve simplicity with enormous effort.”
First Sentence edit
EVERYTHING in the world began with a yes.
Series & Lists edit
This is book 316 of 1286 in 1001 Books You Must Read Before You Die. (authoritative list)
Authors & Contributors edit
- Clarice Lispector (Author)
Other Contributors:
- Giovanni Pontiero (Translator) - From Portuguese to English
First Edition edit
Original Language: Portuguese
Publisher: José Olympio Editora
Country: Brazil
Publication Date: 1977
ISBN: N/A
Page Count: 104
Publisher: José Olympio Editora
Country: Brazil
Publication Date: 1977
ISBN: N/A
Page Count: 104
Classification edit
- Library of Congress: Add the Library of Congress Classification.
- Dewey: 869.8'4
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