The Seamstress by Frances de Pontes Peebles
Set against the backdrop of 1930s Brazil, this captivating tale follows the lives of two orphaned sisters, Emília and Luzia, whose paths diverge dramatically after a series of life-altering events. While Emília dreams of a glamorous life in the city, Luzia is swept into the dangerous world of cangaceiros, notorious bandits of the Brazilian hinterlands. As they navigate their separate journeys, the sisters grapple with themes of love, loyalty, and survival, ultimately confronting the powerful forces that threaten to tear them apart. Their story is a rich tapestry of historical and cultural elements, weaving together the personal and the political in a poignant exploration of identity and destiny.
- Published
- 2008
- Nationality
- Brazilian
- Length
- Long
- Pages
- 600-650
- Original Language
- English
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(3.0)
- Alternate Titles
- None
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