Izilda

Izilda

Annie Maria Barnes

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Editorial:
Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2010
Materia
Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781161005868
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''Izilda: A Story of Brazil'' is a novel written by Annie Maria Barnes and first published in 1896. The story is set in Brazil and follows the life of a young woman named Izilda. Izilda is the daughter of a wealthy plantation owner and grows up in a privileged environment. However, her life takes a dramatic turn when her father dies and she is forced to leave her home and live with her uncle, who is a poor farmer.Despite the challenges she faces, Izilda remains determined to make a better life for herself. She falls in love with a young man named Pedro, who works on her uncle’s farm, but their relationship is complicated by the social and economic differences between them. Izilda also becomes involved in the struggle for social justice in Brazil, fighting against the exploitation of workers and the oppression of women.Through Izilda’s story, the novel explores themes of social inequality, gender roles, and the struggle for justice. It provides a vivid portrayal of life in Brazil at the turn of the 20th century, including the country’s complex racial and cultural dynamics.Overall, ''Izilda: A Story of Brazil'' is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that offers a unique perspective on Brazilian history and culture.This Book Is In English.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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