Lima Barreto
Brazilian author
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About Lima Barreto
The Brazilian Pre-modernism movement was greatly influenced by the well-known satirist Lima Barreto. He was a journalist as well, and his writings often dealt with social and nationalist issues.
Early Years
He was able to attend reputable schools thanks to the benevolence of Viscount of Ouro Preto, his godfather. He attended the Colégio Pedro II but due to family obligations, he was unable to finish Escola Politécnica do Rio de Janeiro.
Career
In 1902, he began his career as a journalist. His articles for the "Correio da Manha" about the destruction of Castle Hill brought him notoriety in 1905. His debut book, "Recordações do Escrivão Isaías Caminha", a damning and semi-autobiographical critique of Brazilian society, was published in 1909.
His best-known books include "O Triste Fim de Policarpo Quaresma" (1915), and "Clara dos Anjos" ( which was published posthumously).
Later years, Alcoholism and Death
Despite all of his outstanding deeds, alcoholism took his life. The Brazilian author died of a heart attack in 1922.
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F.A.Q. about Lima Barreto
When is his birthday?
Lima Barreto's birthday is on May 13, 1881.
In how many days is his birthday?
Lima Barreto's birthday is in 98 days
How old was Lima Barreto when he died?
He was 41 years old.
When did he die?
He died in November 1, 1922.
How old would he be today?
Lima Barreto would be 141 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Lima Barreto from?
He was born in Rio de Janeiro City, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.