It is often considered amongst the most important works in Brazilian literature, with a "dry", concise style of writing.
Even though he was never a full-time writer he managed to produce quality work and had great impact in the Brazilian literature.
The stories would eventually be recognized as a high point in Brazilian literature, as two of that literature's most famous writers saw immediately.
This period produced some of the first standard works of Brazilian literature.
It is often cited as a classic of the Brazilian literature, which was first published in 1900.
It has been cited frequently as the seminal event in modern Brazilian literature.
Not surprisingly, the theme has also crept into Brazilian literature and popular music.
Their work is still an integral influence in contemporary Brazilian literature and fiction.
Nor is Brazilian literature or history well known here.
He is considered by the critics to be one of the most influent new authors in Brazilian literature.