An edition of Memórias de um Sargento de Milícias (1925)
Memoirs of a militia sergeant
By Manuel Antônio de Almeida
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Publish Date
1999
Publisher
Oxford University Press
Language
eng
Pages
235
Description:
"Excellent translation of a Brazilian classic first published as a serial in 1852-53. Sousa captures the vivacity and wit of the original while effectively evoking mood and historical milieu of free lower classes of Rio de Janeiro in early-19th century. Outstanding accompanying essays"--Handbook of Latin American Studies, v. 58.
subjects: Fiction, Social life and customs, Manners and customs, Latin America, Brazilian literature, Fictional Biography
Places: Brazil, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil)
Times: 19th century