No Paiz dos Yankees By: Adolfo Ferreira Caminha (1867-1897) |
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"No País dos Yankees" by Adolfo Ferreira Caminha is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that provides a fascinating insight into the differences between Brazilian and American cultures. The story follows the protagonist, Brazilian writer Renato Ramos, as he travels to the United States and encounters various aspects of American society.
Through Renato's eyes, the reader is able to see the contrast between the two countries in terms of social norms, attitudes, and values. The author does a great job of highlighting the cultural clashes and misunderstandings that arise from these differences, making for some entertaining and insightful moments throughout the book.
The characters are well-developed and engaging, and the plot moves at a good pace, keeping the reader interested from beginning to end. The writing style is clear and engaging, with vivid descriptions that bring the settings to life.
Overall, "No País dos Yankees" is a thought-provoking and eye-opening novel that explores the complexities of cultural differences in a compelling and entertaining way. Fans of literary fiction and cultural studies will surely enjoy this novel. Rita Farinha (Jan. 2008) ADOLPHO CAMINHA NO PAIZ DOS YANKEES DOMINGOS DE MAGALHÃES EDITOR 54 RUA DO OUVIDOR 54 LIVRARIA MODERNA RIO DE JANEIRO 1894 NO PAIZ DOS YANKEES [Figura: CRUZADOR "ALMIRANTE BARROSO"] ADOLPHO CAMINHA NO PAIZ DOS YANKEES RIO DE JANEIRO Domingos de Magalhães editor 54 Rua do Ouvidor 54 LIVRARIA MODERNA 1894 DO MESMO AUTOR: A NORMALISTA I vol. broc. 3$. cnc. 5000 EM PREPARAÇÃO: BOM CRIOULO Typ. da Empreza Democratica Editora Rua do Hospicio n. 11 Taine, o glorioso Taine, o querido philosopho, cuja obra admiravel tem sido uma especie de bussola para os que se iniciam na complicada arte da palavra; Taine, o mestre, aconselhava sabiamente, com aquella profundeza de vista e com aquelle raro e superior criterio de artista e pensador: «Que chacun dise ce qu'il a vu, et seulement ce qu'il a vu; les observations, pourvu qu'elles soient personnelles et faites de bonne foi, sont toujours utiles... Continue reading book >>
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