Aluísio Azevedo

Aluísio Azevedo was a Brazilian writer and journalist born in 1857. He is best known for his realistic novels that explore social issues such as inequality, racism, and the struggles of the lower classes in 19th-century Brazil. His works often depict the harsh realities of life and critique societal injustices. Azevedo's storytelling and vivid characters helped shed light on important social topics, making him a key figure in Brazilian literature and the naturalist movement, which aimed to portray life objectively and truthfully.