Machado de Assis was one of the most renowned and influential Brazilian writers. Born on June 21, 1839, in Rio de Janeiro, he is considered one of the greatest masters of Portuguese-language literature. His works span various genres, including novels, short stories, poems, chronicles, and plays. Throughout his life, Machado
Following Brazil’s declaration of independence, the country was focused on creating its first constitution. In 1823, one year after the separation from the Kingdom of Portugal, a constituent assembly was formed, but it had a highly interventionist nature and envisaged significant state involvement, contrary to the ideals of Dom Pedro
The origin of Festa Junina dates back to pagan and religious traditions that have been incorporated over the centuries. Initially, the celebration was known as a pagan festival of European origin, associated with the summer solstice in the Northern Hemisphere. With the arrival of Christianity, the festivity was adapted to
