Monteiro Lobato s'impose comme l'une des figures littéraires les plus influentes du Brésil. Bien que célèbre pour ses livres pour enfants se déroulant dans le Ranch fictif du Pic-vert jaune, son œuvre antérieure comprenait une écriture prolifique de fiction, de traduction et de critique d'art. Il a défendu le nationalisme et fondé l'une des premières maisons d'édition du Brésil. Sa voix unique et ses contributions continuent de résonner.
This bilingual edition features a translation of Monteiro Lobato's "O Presidente Negro ou O Choque das Raças," providing readers with both the original Portuguese text and its English counterpart. The book explores themes of race, identity, and political dynamics, offering a thought-provoking narrative that reflects on societal issues. Readers can appreciate the nuances of Lobato's language while engaging with the story's critical examination of racial relations.
The narrative follows a rag doll's quest to eliminate war, leading to the unintended consequence of shrinking humanity to half an inch tall, resulting in widespread devastation. As she grapples with the aftermath, the story explores themes of power, choice, and the desire for peace, questioning whether people are ready to embrace a radically new world order. Beneath its surface as a children's tale, the book delves into significant socio-political issues, making it thought-provoking for readers of all ages.
Monteiro Lobato, a cherished Brazilian author, captivates readers with his imaginative children's books set in Yellow Woodpecker Farm, known as Sítio do Picapau Amarelo. His enchanting tales blend fantasy and adventure, appealing to young audiences while fostering a love for literature.
Com uma narrativa leve e agradável, Maria Paes de Barros remete ao leitor os aromas e situações cotidianas vividas por ela quando menina no início do século passado, em São Paulo. O livro permite ao leitor conhecer mais sobre as características e ambiguidades da elite brasileira daquele tempo. Através de ilustrações e fotos de época, No tempo de Dantes mostra os costumes de uma São Paulo provinciana, com apenas 20 mil habitantes, que começava a se modificar e a provocar mudanças sociais intensas com a chegada do progresso.