Yayá Garcia by Machado de Assis

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Author Machado de Assis, 1839-1908
Title Yayá Garcia
Original Publication Brazil: Livraria Garnier,1919.
Note Also published as: Iaiá Garcia.
Credits Laura Natal Rodrigues (Images generously made available by Hathi Trust Digital Library.)
Summary "Yayá Garcia" by Machado de Assis is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book revolves around the life of Luiz Garcia, a public servant living a solitary and routine existence in Santa Thereza, and his affectionate relationship with his young daughter, Yayá, as well as a family servant named Raymundo. It delves into themes of love, duty, and the complexities of human relationships against the backdrop of 19th century Brazilian society. The opening of "Yayá Garcia" introduces us to Luiz Garcia, a widower who has chosen a life of seclusion and routine in his modest home, away from the bustling city. As he prepares to leave for an appointment with Valeria, a widow who seeks his counsel regarding her son’s participation in the ongoing war, we learn about his character traits: he is reserved, slightly melancholy, and shaped by past experiences. Luiz's interactions with his daughter Yayá, who fills his life with joy and innocence, showcase a tender father-daughter relationship built on love and mutual affection. The narrative hints at the impending drama that will emerge from these relationships, especially as community and personal obligations intertwine. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Portuguese
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Brazil -- Fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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