Machado de Assis Revisited - Cunha Lima

Machado de Assis Revisited: A New Look at the Master of Brazilian Literature

Machado de Assis is widely considered one of the greatest writers in Brazilian literature. His work is known for its realism, psychological depth, and social commentary. In Machado de Assis Revisited, acclaimed scholar Cunha Lima offers a fresh perspective on this literary giant.

A New Perspective on Machado de Assis

Lima's book is not a traditional biography of Machado de Assis. Instead, it is a critical study of his work, focusing on the themes, techniques, and influences that shaped his writing. Lima argues that Machado de Assis was not simply a realist, but also a modernist, whose work anticipated many of the developments in twentieth-century literature.

Machado de Assis and Realism

Machado de Assis is often considered the father of Brazilian realism. His novels and short stories depict the everyday lives of ordinary people in a realistic and unsentimental way. However, Lima argues that Machado de Assis's realism is not simply a matter of style. It is also a way of understanding the world. Machado de Assis's characters are not simply types, but complex individuals who are struggling to make sense of their lives in a rapidly changing society.

Machado de Assis and Modernism

Lima also argues that Machado de Assis was a modernist. His work is characterized by a number of modernist techniques, such as stream-of-consciousness narration, multiple perspectives, and fragmented plots. Machado de Assis's characters are often alienated and isolated, and they are often struggling to find meaning in their lives.

Machado de Assis and the World

Machado de Assis's work is not only important for Brazilian literature, but also for world literature. His work has been translated into more than thirty languages, and it has been praised by critics around the world. Machado de Assis is a truly global writer, and his work is essential reading for anyone interested in literature.

Why You Should Read Machado de Assis Revisited

Machado de Assis Revisited is a must-read for anyone interested in Machado de Assis or Brazilian literature. Lima's book offers a fresh perspective on this literary giant, and it is sure to change the way you think about his work.

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