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Raul Brandão
AuthorBooks · Second hand1867-1930
Raul Germano Brandão was a Portuguese writer, journalist and military officer, notable for the realism of his literary descriptions and by the lyricism of his language. Brandão was born in Foz do Douro, a parish of Porto, where he spent the majority of his youth. Born in a family of sailors, the ocean and the sailors are recurring themes in his work.
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About Raul Brandão
Birth
1867
Death
1930
Raul Germano Brandão was a Portuguese writer, journalist and military officer, notable for the realism of his literary descriptions and by the lyricism of his language. Brandão was born in Foz do Douro, a parish of Porto, where he spent the majority of his youth. Born in a family of sailors, the ocean and the sailors are recurring themes in his work.
Raul Brandão was known for combining deep realism in his descriptions with a distinct lyricism in his language.
Beyond his work as a writer and journalist, Brandão also pursued a career as a military officer.
His most acclaimed work, Os Pobres, reflects his unique ability to portray the social reality of Portugal.
Throughout his prolific career, he published a total of 58 literary works.
Born in Foz do Douro in 1867, his literary legacy remains a fundamental pillar of Portuguese culture.
