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Edgard Braga
1897-01-01 – 1985-01-01
Edgard Braga was a Brazilian poet and writer, known for his work that oscillates between lyricism and experimentation, exploring existential and social themes. His writing stands out for its expressive force and originality, marking a presence in contemporary poetry with a singular and engaged voice.
Menotti del Picchia
1892-03-20 – 1988-08-23
Menotti del Picchia was a Brazilian writer, poet, painter, and journalist, a prominent figure of the 1922 Modern Art Week. Known for his versatility, he moved through various literary genres, exploring themes such as nationalism, mysticism, and the human condition. His work is marked by a vibrant and expressive style, with a strong appeal to musicality and imagery, reflecting the concerns of his time and the search for a Brazilian cultural identity.
Manuel de Santa Maria Itaparica
1704-01-01 – 1768
Manuel de Santa Maria Itaparica was a Portuguese poet and friar, a notable figure in 18th-century poetry. His work, set within the context of Arcadianism, reveals a lyricism that focuses on religiosity, nature, and human sentiments, often with a strong moralizing and didactic component. Known for his dedication to religious life and his literary output, Itaparica left an important record of 18th-century Portuguese poetry, contributing to the expression of the ideals and sensibilities of the time.
Bento Teixeira
1561-01-01 – 1618
Bento Teixeira was a Brazilian poet and playwright, considered one of the precursors of Baroque in Brazil. Author of "Prosopopeia", a work published in 1601, which marks the beginning of printed Brazilian literature. His writing is characterized by the use of complex figures of speech, formal refinement, and religious themes, reflecting the influences of Classicism and early European Baroque.
Frei Francisco de São Carlos
1763-01-01 – 1829-01-01
Friar Francisco de São Carlos was a Portuguese religious figure and poet, whose work is part of the Baroque period, characterized by formal complexity and profound religiosity. His poetry reflects the spirituality of the era, with an elaborate language and a frequently devotional tone. His literary production, although it may not have reached the same notoriety as other contemporaries, contributes to the panorama of Portuguese religious poetry, highlighting the persistence of themes such as faith, penance, and the search for transcendence in a context of intense social and cultural transformations.
Silva Alvarenga
1749-01-01 – 1814-01-01
Silva Alvarenga was a Brazilian poet of the Arcadian period, known for his work that blends classical influence with themes of nature and love, reflecting the aesthetic ideals of his time. His poetry is characterized by elaborate language, the pursuit of formal perfection, and the exploration of feelings in a restrained and idealized manner. Despite his literary production being relatively scarce compared to other Arcadian poets, Alvarenga left a mark on Brazilian poetry, serving as a link between classical tradition and the early manifestations of a sensibility that foreshadowed Romanticism. His work, although marked by the conventions of his time, reveals a particular lyricism and a pursuit of the expression of an ideal of beauty.
Domingos Caldas Barbosa
1740 – 1800-11-09
Luso-Brazilian poet, known as "D. Ana" or "Caldas". He stood out in the lyrical and satirical poetry of the late 18th century, integrating Arcadianism. His work, marked by orality and musicality, explores themes such as love, nature, and social conventions, often with an ironic and critical tone. He was also a musician and composer, which influenced the rhythm and melody of his verses, making him a unique and innovative figure in the poetry of his time.
Evaristo da Veiga
1799-10-08 – 1837-05-12
Evaristo da Veiga was a 19th-century Brazilian poet, journalist, and politician, a prominent figure of the Romantic period and the nationalist movement. His poetic work, marked by a civic and patriotic tone, celebrated Brazil's independence and exalted the country's heroes and nature. As a journalist and editor, he played a crucial role in disseminating liberal ideas and shaping public opinion, founding the influential newspaper 'Aurora Fluminense'.
Zuca Sardan
1933-08-18
Zuca Sardan, artistic name of Ana Cristina Martins Marques, is a Portuguese poet, short story writer, and performer. Her poetic work is recognized for its formal experimentation, its exploration of themes such as identity, the body, and memory, and for a strong performative component. With a career that spans diverse artistic manifestations, Zuca Sardan has established herself as a singular voice in contemporary literature, challenging the boundaries between written poetry and spoken poetry, and exploring the potentialities of language and the body as vehicles of expression.
Bárbara Heliodora
1759-12-03 – 1819-05-24
Bárbara Heliodora was a prominent Brazilian journalist, translator, columnist, and theater critic, recognized for her vast contribution to the performing arts and literature. Her career was marked by intelligence, critical acumen, and a deep love for art, which is evident in her analyses and writings. Throughout her career, Heliodora established herself as a benchmark in the cultural scene, leaving a legacy of rigor and passion for artistic expression in its various manifestations.
Ulisses Tavares
1950-01-01 – 2024-09-03
Ulisses Tavares was a Brazilian poet, journalist, professor, and lawyer, known for his active participation in the cultural and political scene of São Paulo. His poetic work, often marked by lyricism, social criticism, and reflection on daily life, dialogues with Brazilian literary traditions while incorporating accessible language and a strong sense of São Paulo identity. He also worked as a columnist and literary critic.
Tite de Lemos
1942-02-16 – 1989-06-17
Tite de Lemos is a Brazilian poet, essayist, and translator, known for his poetry that explores the complexity of the human condition, memory, identity, and urban and natural landscapes. His poetic work, marked by careful and reflective language, is part of the context of contemporary Brazilian poetry, engaging with existential and social themes. As a translator, he has significantly contributed to the dissemination of foreign authors in Brazil.
Rubens Rodrigues Torres Filho
1942-05-06 – 2023-12-12
Rubens Rodrigues Torres Filho was a Brazilian poet, born in Rio de Janeiro. His poetic work is notable for its exploration of themes such as the city, memory, and subjectivity, with a language that ranges between the colloquial and the erudite. He is recognized for his contribution to contemporary Brazilian poetry, where he stood out for his originality and the way he addressed everyday life and the complexities of urban life.
Max Martins
1926-06-20 – 2009-02-09
Max Martins was an Angolan poet whose work is notable for its exploration of African identity and social critique. His poetry, deeply connected to Angola's cultural roots, addresses themes such as land, people, and the struggle for liberation. It is characterized by strong and expressive language, reflecting the orality and musicality of African traditions. Through an engaged poetic voice, Max Martins sought to give a voice to the oppressed and celebrate the richness of Angolan culture, becoming an important figure in Portuguese-language literature.
Mário Chamie
1933-04-01 – 2011-07-03
Mário Chamie was a Brazilian poet and translator, recognized for his work that moves between tradition and experimentation, exploring themes such as identity, religiosity, love, and the human condition. His poetry is marked by formal rigor, dense language, and innovative imagery, reflecting a deep interest in philosophy and various cultural manifestations. He was also an important promoter of foreign literature in Brazil through his translations.
Maria Helena Nery Garcez
1952-11-07
Maria Helena Nery Garcez is an author whose work is characterized by its depth in addressing social and historical themes, often intertwined with the human experience. Her writing is marked by engaging prose and attention to detail that builds rich and meaningful narratives. With a style that combines historical rigor with literary sensibility, Nery Garcez dedicates herself to exploring the complexity of human relationships and the impacts of social and political contexts on individual lives, offering the reader valuable perspectives on the past and present.
Lara de Lemos
1923-07-22 – 2010-10-12
Lara de Lemos is a contemporary Portuguese poet, short story writer, and columnist, whose work stands out for its delicacy, lyrical depth, and exploration of female subjectivity. Her writing is marked by accessible language, yet filled with emotion and reflection, addressing themes such as love, solitude, memory, and the complexities of human relationships, with a sensitive and introspective gaze.
Luiz de Miranda
1945-04-06 – 2022-07-29
Luiz de Miranda was a Portuguese poet and diplomat known for his lyrical poetry and his deep reflection on love, nature, and the human condition. His work, marked by careful language and a unique musicality, explores the nuances of human feeling and the beauty of the world. Throughout his literary career, he demonstrated unparalleled mastery in the art of versification, using classical and experimental forms to express his vision of the universe. His poetry invites introspection and contemplation, leaving a legacy of beauty and depth.
Ferréz
1975-01-01
Ferréz is a Brazilian poet and writer, known as one of the exponents of marginal and peripheral literature. His work portrays social and urban reality, using direct and accessible language that echoes the voices and experiences of marginalized communities. He is also a cultural activist and an important promoter of literature produced in the peripheries.
José Paulo Paes
1926-07-22 – 1998-10-09
José Paulo Paes was a Brazilian poet, translator, and professor, known for his concise, lyrical, and often playful poetry, especially aimed at children, but with a depth that reaches all audiences. His work stands out for its musicality, experimentation with language, and ability to evoke powerful images with few verses. He was an important promoter of poetry and culture.
Eudoro Augusto
1943-08-16
Eudoro Augusto was a Portuguese poet and journalist whose verses explored themes related to nature, love, and saudade, with a style that bordered on romantic sentimentalism and intimate lyricism. He was active in various periodical publications, where his poems found a receptive audience for the expression of deep feelings and the contemplation of the beauty of the natural world. His work, although less prominent than that of some contemporaries, contributes to the richness of Portuguese poetry of his time.
Fernando Paixão
1988-01-07
Fernando Paixão is a Portuguese poet whose work is distinguished by the exploration of themes such as love, the ephemerality of life, saudade (longing/nostalgia), and the search for meaning. His poetry is often marked by a deep lyrical sensibility and an elaborate language that combines formal rigor with intense expressiveness. With a consolidated literary career, Paixão has been establishing himself as a unique voice in contemporary Portuguese-language poetry, engaging with literary tradition while offering an original perspective on human anxieties.
Carlos Frydman
1924-11-15
Carlos Frydman is a Brazilian poet whose verses explore the complexity of human relationships and the ephemerality of time. His work is marked by a lyrical and introspective language, which invites reflection on existence and the deepest feelings. With a writing that moves between the personal and the universal, Frydman addresses themes such as love, longing, and the search for meaning, using rich metaphors and subtle musicality in his poems. His poetry stands out for its sensitivity and its ability to evoke vivid images in the reader's mind.
Claudio Willer
1940-12-02 – 2023-01-13
Claudio Willer is a Brazilian poet, translator, and literary critic, whose poetic work stands out for its exploration of themes such as urban modernity, spirituality, philosophy, and the fantastic. His poetry, often marked by a dense and imagistic language, engages with the transformations of the contemporary world and with the existential questions of human beings. As a translator and critic, he has a relevant presence in the Brazilian literary landscape.