{"title":"Mário de Andrade","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our Mário de Andrade collection, a captivating exploration of Brazilian literature led by one of its most influential figures. Mário de Andrade, a central figure in the modernist movement in Brazil, is celebrated for his vivid storytelling and innovative approach to narrative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOur collection features the iconic work \u003cem\u003eMacunaíma\u003c\/em\u003e, a towering piece of general fiction that delves into the complexities of Brazilian identity and culture. Known for its blend of folklore, humour, and social commentary, \u003cem\u003eMacunaíma\u003c\/em\u003e presents a rich tapestry of Brazilian life, infused with Andrade's distinctive narrative style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are a seasoned reader of Brazilian literature or a curious newcomer, Andrade's works offer a unique perspective filled with imagination and insight. Discover the magic and depth of Mário de Andrade's literature and immerse yourself in stories that transcend time and borders.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"macunaima-by-mario-de-andrade-9781804270264","title":"Macunaíma","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere at last is an exciting new translation of the modernist Brazilian epic \u003cem\u003eMacunaíma\u003c\/em\u003e, by Mário de Andrade. This landmark novel from 1928 has been hugely influential. It follows the adventures of the shapeshifting Macunaíma and his brothers as they leave their home in the northern Amazon for a whirlwind tour of Brazil, cramming four centuries and a continental expanse into a single mythic plane.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHaving lost a magic amulet, the hero and his brothers journey to São Paulo to retrieve the talisman that has fallen into the hands of an Italo-Peruvian captain of industry (who is also a cannibal giant).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWritten over six delirious days—the fruit of years of study—\u003cem\u003eMacunaíma\u003c\/em\u003e magically synthesises dialect, folklore, anthropology, mythology, flora, fauna, and pop culture to examine Brazilian identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis brilliant translation by Katrina Dodson has been many years in the making and includes an extensive section of notes providing essential background information for this magnificent work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46531946217708,"sku":"9781804270264","price":34.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/10716943482830.jpg?v=1749294861"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/mario-de-andrade.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}