Authors List

Hugo Hofmannsthal

Xanana Gusmão

1946-06-20

Xanana Gusmão is a prominent figure in the struggle for the independence of Timor-Leste, having played a crucial role as a political and military leader. His journey is marked by resistance against the Indonesian occupation and subsequent leadership in the nation-building of Timor-Leste. Beyond his political activity, Gusmão also has a facet as a writer, with poems that reflect his experiences and his vision of identity and freedom.

António Xavier Rodrigues Cordeiro

1819-12-23 — 1896-12-11

António Xavier Rodrigues Cordeiro, more commonly known as António Cordeiro, was a Portuguese poet of vast work and influence. His poetry, profoundly marked by symbolism and modernism, masterfully explores themes such as identity, death, religion, and the human condition, in a language rich in imagery, musicality, and symbolism. His often dense and allusive writing reveals a restless spirit and a profound capacity for introspection, consolidating him as a prominent figure in 20th-century Portuguese literature.

D. Francisco da Costa

1914-06-30 — 2001-07-31

D. Francisco da Costa was an ecclesiastical and literary figure of the 18th century, whose reflections and writings are part of the Portuguese Enlightenment context. His work, although not predominantly poetic, reflects erudite thought and a concern for moral and spiritual aspects, influenced by the religious fervor and intellectual currents of his time.

Francisca Júlia

1871-08-31 — 1920-11-01

Francisca Júlia da Silva was a Brazilian poet who stood out in the second half of the 19th century, being considered one of the few female voices to achieve recognition in a male-dominated period. Her work, marked by lyricism and romantic themes, contributed to the renewal of Parnassian poetry, introducing a more personal and sentimental tone.

Ernesto Viana

1858 — 1915

Ernesto Viana was a Portuguese poet whose work stands out for its expressiveness and exploration of themes such as nature, saudade, and identity. His poetry, although not as widely publicized as that of some contemporaries, is valued for its authenticity and the intrinsic musicality of its verses. Viana bequeathed to Portuguese literature a collection of poems that invite reflection on the human condition and the beauty of the world.

Bernardo Bonaval

1200 — 1300

Bernardo Bonaval was a Galician-Portuguese troubadour and poet from the Middle Ages. His work, part of the Galician-Portuguese lyrical tradition, is notable for its artistic quality and the expressiveness of its themes. Bonaval is remembered as one of the important representatives of the poetry of the era, whose lyrical production contributed to the enrichment of the Iberian medieval songbook.

Yehuda Amichai

1924-05-03 — 2000-09-22

Yehuda Amichai was one of the most important Hebrew-language poets of the 20th century. His work is marked by a deep reflection on the human condition, exploring themes such as love, death, memory, and religion with a language that is both accessible and rich in symbolism. Amichai fused the sacred and the profane, the personal and the universal, creating poetry that resonates with modern experience and the search for meaning in a constantly changing world.

Eurico de Sousa

Eurico de Sousa was a poet whose work stood out for its strong lyrical component and exploration of themes such as saudade, the passage of time, and the ephemerality of life. His writing is marked by a unique musicality and an exquisite use of language, reflecting a deep sensitivity and a contemplative view of the world. With a personal and emotional style, Sousa addressed the complexities of the human heart, interpersonal relationships, and the search for a transcendent meaning, leaving a poetic legacy that continues to resonate with readers for its authenticity and beauty.

Carlito Maia

Pe. Jerónimo Dias Leite

1538 — 1593

Fr. Jerónimo Dias Leite was a Portuguese poet whose work is part of the Arcadian period. His poetic compositions, although less known compared to other figures of the time, reflect the aesthetic and thematic characteristics of the movement, with an inclination for pastoralism and the idealization of nature.

João de Lemos

1819-05-06 — 1890-01-16

João de Lemos was a Portuguese poet and playwright, whose work spanned various forms of literary expression. Known for his active participation in the cultural and literary life of his time, Lemos explored diverse themes, from amorous lyricism to reflections on society. His production encompasses poetry and theater, demonstrating a versatile talent and an ability to adapt to different genres.

Euclides da Cunha

1866-01-20 — 1909-08-15

Euclides da Cunha was a notable Brazilian writer, journalist, and engineer, widely recognized for his masterpiece "Os Sertões." This seminal book is a detailed and multifaceted account of the War of Canudos, combining sociological, geographical, and historical analysis with powerful and engaging prose. His work transcends the mere description of a conflict, becoming a profound study of Brazilian national identity, social tensions, and the complex relationship between the coast and the backlands, man and land. Euclides da Cunha left a lasting legacy in Brazilian literature and social thought.

Luís António Gonçalves de Freitas

1859-01-01 — 1904-01-01

Luís António Gonçalves de Freitas was a Portuguese poet known for his contributions to lyric poetry. His work explores themes such as nature, love, and the passage of time, with a style marked by musicality and careful language. Although not a central figure in major literary movements, his poetry reflects sensitivity and a deep connection with the landscape and human feelings.

Gerard Reve

1923-12-14 — 2006-04-08

Gerard Reve was a prominent Dutch writer, known for his innovative and often controversial literary work. His writing is marked by a unique style, combining the everyday with the spiritual and the grotesque, exploring themes such as loneliness, love, death, and the search for meaning in a changing society. Reve is considered a central figure in post-war Dutch literature, whose work continues to provoke and inspire readers.

António Botto

1897-08-17 — 1959-03-04

António Botto was a Portuguese poet who marked his time by the audacity of his themes and his direct approach to sensuality and love, including homosexual love, in a conservative period. His poetry, although sometimes controversial, revealed a refined lyrical sensitivity and a desire for freedom of expression. Botto is an important figure in the history of Portuguese literature for his courage in addressing taboo subjects and for his contribution to the modernization of poetry.

Marie Curie

Alberto Augusto Miranda

1956-02-21

Alberto Augusto Miranda was a Portuguese poet and diplomat. He stood out for his poetic work that explores themes such as identity, memory, and the individual's relationship with time and space. His writing is marked by careful language and deep lyrical sensibility, reflecting his experiences and his view of the world. Connected to diplomacy, his life also had an international dimension, which is reflected in his perspective on human issues. His poetry is an invitation to reflect on the human condition, with an introspective and, at times, melancholic approach.

Frei Luís de Sousa

1555-01-01 — 1632-05-05

Frei Luís de Sousa was a 17th-century Portuguese poet, playwright, and friar, a prominent figure of the Baroque period. His work is marked by profound religiosity, reflection on the transience of life, and the use of ornate and conceptual language, characteristic of the Baroque style. He is known for his lyric poetry, but also for his theatrical production, notably the tragedy 'A Dama Pé-de-Cabra' (The Goat-Foot Lady). His poetic and dramatic legacy is fundamental to understanding the Baroque period in Portugal.

João Cândido Furtado

1820 — 1905

João Cândido Furtado was a Brazilian poet whose work is predominantly inserted into modernism. His writing is marked by a deep exploration of language and by the approach of existential and social themes, reflecting the anxieties of his time. Although he did not have an extensive literary production, his legacy lies in the originality of his poetic voice and in the way he managed to dialogue with the literary avant-gardes of his period, leaving a subtle, yet significant, mark on Brazilian poetry.

José Vasconcelos

1881-02-28 — 1959-06-30

José Vasconcelos was a Brazilian writer, politician, and educator, a central figure of Brazilian Modernism. His work spanned various fields, including philosophy, sociology, and literary criticism, but it is in poetry that his lyrical vein and the search for a national identity are most intensely manifested. Vasconcelos left a significant intellectual legacy, with a body of work that sought to fuse tradition with modernity and propose a renewed vision of Brazilian culture.

Manuel Garcia Monteiro

1859-06-29 — 1913-02-07

Manuel Garcia Monteiro was a poet whose work was characterized by introspective lyricism and a profound sensitivity to the subtleties of existence. His verses explore themes such as the passage of time, memory, nature, and the fragility of human relationships. With a refined language and an often melancholic tone, Monteiro built a body of work distinguished by its authenticity and its ability to evoke universal emotions. His poetry is an invitation to contemplation and reflection on the human condition.

Rubem Braga

1913-01-12 — 1990-12-19

Rubem Braga was one of the most important Brazilian poets of the 20th century, known for his lyrical work and his ability to capture the beauty of everyday life and the intensity of human emotions. His poetry is marked by apparent simplicity, musicality, and a worldview that oscillates between optimism and melancholy. His vast literary production, which also includes chronicles and short stories, reveals a deep love for nature, for Rio de Janeiro, and for the simple joys of life, consolidating him as a master in the art of poeticizing the prosaic and the profound.

Paulo Colina

1950-03-09 — 1999-10-09

Paulo Colina is a contemporary poet whose work is distinguished by the exploration of existential themes and formal experimentation. His writing navigates between lyricism and reflection, addressing the human condition with a careful and imagistic language. With an approach that dialogues with the poetic tradition, but without neglecting the innovations of modern writing, Colina constructs a literary universe that invites introspection and contemplation of life and its complexities.