Book Review: Family Ties by Clarice Lispector Author: Clarice Lispector Main Characters: Paulo, Lucia, Ana, Armanda, Marta, and Saul Clarice Lispector’s “Family Ties” is a brilliant collection of short stories that captivate the reader’s attention and provoke reflection on the complexity of human relationships and emotions. This volume introduces us to a variety of characters … Read more
Book Review: Dragons Do Not Know Paradise by Caio Fernando Abreu Before delving into the riveting story of Dragons Do Not Know Paradise, let’s acquaint ourselves with the brilliant mind behind it, and the characters who make the tale come alive. Author: Caio Fernando Abreu Main Characters: The story circles around the main character, Roger, … Read more
A Journey of Solitude in “Asleep in the Fields” by Caio Fernando Abreu Author: Caio Fernando Abreu Main Characters: Julia, Samuel, Anna, Fred, Lila, and Daniel Caio Fernando Abreu’s poignant novel, “Asleep in the Fields,” plunged me into a stirring exploration of human fragility and resilience, set against the gripping backdrop of nature’s wilderness. This … Read more
Book Review: Water Eyes by Conceição Evaristo Author: Conceição Evaristo Main Characters: Main character is an unnamed black woman, other characters include her mother, her grandmother, a friend named Lúcia, a mentor called Professor Amaral, and a neighborhood kid called Davi. In the delicate hands of Conceição Evaristo, “Water Eyes” transforms from mere words on … Read more
Book Review: Urupês by Monteiro Lobato Author: Monteiro Lobato Main Characters: Jeca Tatu, Dona Ema, Seu Vitor, Manuel, and Zé do Bolo Monteiro Lobato’s Urupês is a fascinating exploration of the Brazilian countryside, steeped in the culture and customs of rural life. In this work, Lobato masterfully portrays the character of Jeca Tatu, a quintessential … Read more
Book Review: Tutaméia by João Guimarães Rosa Author: João Guimarães Rosa Main Characters: – Riobaldo – Diadorim – Otacilio – Joca Ramiro – Zé Bebelo – Maria de Lurdes As I delve into the pages of Tutaméia, I find myself swept away by the intricate tapestry that João Guimarães Rosa weaves. This collection of stories … Read more
Book Review: The Woman Who Killed the Fish by Marina Colasanti Author: Marina Colasanti Main Characters: The Narrator, The Fish, The Blind Man, The Artist, The Old Woman, The Young Girl “The Woman Who Killed the Fish” is a remarkable tale woven by the talented Marina Colasanti who paints an exquisite portrait of emotional complexity … Read more
The Reflection of Humanity in João Guimarães Rosa’s “The Third Bank of the River” Author: João Guimarães Rosa Main Characters: The Narrator, The Father, The Son, The Aunt, The Fishermen, The Mysterious Boatman João Guimarães Rosa’s “The Third Bank of the River” is a profound exploration of human relationships and the complexities of emotions, viewed … Read more
Jeca Tatu Reviewed – Lessons from Rural Brazil Author: Monteiro Lobato Main Characters: Jeca Tatu, Nhá Tina, Nhá Tonica, Zé Paulo, Nhá Benta, Visconde de Sabugosa I recently discovered a gem in the literature world, “Jeca Tatu” by Brazilian author Monteiro Lobato. The story revolves around the character Jeca Tatu, a representation of the Brazilian … Read more
A Reflective Review of ‘In Our Time’ by Ernest Hemingway Standing amidst the lush canopies of nature, I find solace in silence and learn to listen to the unspoken. As peculiar as it may sound, my encounter with Ernest Hemingway’s ‘In Our Time’ echoes this sentiment in my ears. Author: Ernest Hemingway Main Characters: Nick … Read more
