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Esau e Jacob

By Machado de Assis
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The novel traces the lives of twin boys born to neighboring women whose long-standing rivalry determines alternations of custody, social alliances, and political loyalties; their identities become entangled as family pride, chance, and parental meddling shape careers and inheritances. Presented as a narrative found among a deceased man's manuscripts, the work uses irony, keen psychological observation, and social satire to explore fate, identity, hypocrisy, and the small mechanics of ambition in a provincial urban society.

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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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