The Posthumous Memoirs of Bras Cubas by Machado de Assis
Epitaph of a Small Winner
The novel is a unique and satirical work, narrated by a dead man, Bras Cubas, who recounts his life from beyond the grave. The story is filled with ironic humor and philosophical musings as Bras Cubas explores his past, his relationships, and the societal norms of his time. The narrative breaks conventional storytelling norms, often addressing the reader directly and jumping through time without warning. Themes of love, wealth, power, and the human condition are explored, providing a critique of 19th-century Brazilian society.
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- Published
- 1881
- Nationality
- Brazilian
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 160-320
- Original Language
- Portuguese
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- Alternate Titles
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- Die Nachträglichen Memoiren Des Bras Cubas
- Die nachträglichen Memoiren des Brás Cubas
- Epitaph of a Small Winner
- Memorie Postume Di Brás Cubas
- Memorie Postume di Brás Cubas
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- 1st on 100 best Brazilian books according to Bravo! (Bravo! Magazine)
- 6th on For The Love of Books (For The Love of Books)
- 59th on 100 Essential Books (Bravo! Magazine)
- 60th on The 100 Stories that Shaped the World (BBC)
- 588th on Our Users' Honorable Mention Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)
- 1,000 Books to Read Before You Die: A Life-Changing List (1,000 Books to Read Before You Die(Book))
- 1000 Novels Everyone Must Read (The Guardian)
- 1001 Books You Must Read Before You Die (The Book)
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