The Double Death of Quincas Water-Bray (Penguin Classics)
by Jorge Amado
Jorge Amado's darkly comic novella follows the two very different funerals held after the death of a notorious bon vivant, revealing the many sides of one unforgettable life.
About This Book
The Double Death of Quincas Water-Bray is a celebrated work of Brazilian literature by Jorge Amado.
The story follows the aftermath of the protagonist's death and the contrasting ways his life is remembered.
Amado blends humor and social observation in this concise, influential novella.
First published in Portuguese, the book remains widely read in translation around the world.
Reviews
No reviews yet. Be the first to review this book!