“A life without fighting is a dead sea in the universal organism.”
Quote by Machado de Assis
Work
The Posthumous Memoirs of Brás Cubas: A Novel
This novel is a satirical and philosophical work that delves into the life and thoughts of Brás Cubas, a character who reflects on his experiences and the society he lived in after his death. The story is known for its wit and its criticism of Brazilian society and its institutions. more
Author
Machado de Assis
Brazilian novelist, considered one of the greatest writers in the Portuguese language. His works deeply reveal the contradictions and conflicts of Brazilian society, and have had a profound impact on literature both in Brazil and around the world. more
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