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Yayá Garcia

By Machado de Assis
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A narrativa acompanha Luiz Garcia, funcionário público solitário que vive em casa modesta com o criado Raymundo e a filha Lina (Yayá). Descreve sua rotina metódica e previsível, a relação afetuosa e paternal com a menina e a amizade tranquila com o velho servente, e revela sua melancolia interior e ceticismo adquirido. A prosa explora pequenos episódios domésticos e encontros que perturbam a monotonia, mostrando como afeição, memória e costumes moldam a vida privada. Estruturalmente, alterna descrição psicológica com cenas corriqueiras que vão construindo um retrato íntimo e contido do cotidiano.

About the Author

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Machado de Assis

Machado de Assis (1839-1908) was a Brazilian writer, poet, playwright, and literary critic, widely regarded as one of the greatest writers in Brazilian literature. He is best known for his innovative narrative techniques and psychological depth, particularly in his seminal work "Dom Casmurro," which explores themes of jealousy and memory. His other notable works include "Memórias Póstumas de Brás Cubas," a pioneering example of the Brazilian realist novel, and "Quincas Borba," which delves into philosophical themes through the lens of social critique. As a founding member of the Brazilian Academy of Letters, Machado de Assis played a crucial role in shaping the literary landscape of Brazil.

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