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José de Alencar

1829–1877

2 standalone books

José de Alencar (1829-1877) was a Brazilian lawyer, politician, orator, novelist and dramatist, considered one of the most famous and influential Brazilian Romantic novelists of the 19th century and a major exponent of "Indianism," romantic tales of indigenous life incorporating Amerindian vocabulary for flora, fauna, and tribal customs. He is noted as the founder of Brazil's nationally themed novel.

Born
1829

Books by José de Alencar

  1. Cover of Iracema

    Iracema

    1865

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  2. Cover of O Guarani: Romance Brasileiro

    O Guarani: Romance Brasileiro

    1857

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