Vidas Secas
Vidas Secas
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2003
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Northeast Brazil • 1930s
2003
Adult
14-18 years
Super Short Summary
Vidas Secas by Graciliano Ramos explores the challenging lives of a family navigating Brazil's arid hinterlands. Centered around Fabiano, his family, and their dog, the narrative delves into themes of survival and resilience amidst poverty and harsh environmental conditions. The story captures their struggles and aspirations within the broader socio-economic context.
Gritty
Melancholic
Challenging
Contemplative
Dark
Reviews & Readership
17,392 ratings
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Review Roundup
Vidas Secas by Graciliano Ramos is praised for its stark portrayal of the rural Brazilian landscape and the struggles of its inhabitants. Critics admire its concise, impactful prose and depth in character development. However, some find its grim tone challenging and the sparse dialogue difficult. Overall, it's lauded for its realistic depiction of poverty and resilience.
Who Should Read Vidas Secas?
A reader who enjoys Vidas Secas would appreciate novels like The Grapes of Wrath by John Steinbeck, focusing on social justice and human resilience. They would be drawn to narratives depicting hardship, the human condition, and the quest for dignity amid poverty, often with a rural setting and existential undertones.
17,392 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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Novel • Fiction
Northeast Brazil • 1930s
2003
Adult
14-18 years
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