The Alienist and Other Stories of Nineteenth-Century Brazil (Hackett Classics)
by Joaquim Maria Machado De Assis
A selection of short stories by Joaquim Maria Machado de Assis that capture the nuances of nineteenth-century Brazilian society through sharp observation and refined prose.
About This Book
This volume presents selected short stories by Joaquim Maria Machado de Assis, one of Brazil's most celebrated authors of the nineteenth century.
The stories offer insight into Brazilian society during this period, examining social customs and human behavior through concise narratives.
Machado de Assis is known for his subtle irony and psychological depth, qualities evident throughout these works.
The collection is part of the Hackett Classics series, making these stories accessible to English-speaking readers.
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