Academia Brasileira de Letras

The Academia Brasileira de Letras (Brazilian Academy of Letters) is a cultural institution founded in 1897 that aims to promote the Portuguese language and literature in Brazil. Comprising 40 elected members called "immortals," it functions as a prestigious forum for literary and linguistic discussions, literary criticism, and the preservation of Brazil’s literary heritage. Members are chosen for their significant contributions to Brazilian literature and linguistics, and they often work to foster cultural development and literary excellence in the country.