Aluísio Azevedo facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Aluísio Azevedo
Born	Aluísio Tancredo Gonçalves de Azevedo (1857-04-14)14 April 1857 São Luís, Maranhão, Empire of Brazil
Died	21 January 1913(1913-01-21) (aged 55) Buenos Aires, Argentina
Occupation	Short story writer, playwright, novelist, diplomat, caricaturist
Period	1879–1897
Literary movement	Romanticism; Naturalism
Notable works	O Cortiço, O Mulato, Casa de Pensão
Relatives	Artur Azevedo

Aluísio Tancredo Gonçalves de Azevedo (born April 14, 1857 – died January 21, 1913) was a famous Brazilian writer. He wrote novels, short stories, and plays. He was also a talented caricaturist (someone who draws funny pictures of people) and a diplomat.

At first, he wrote in a style called Romanticism. Later, he became part of the Naturalist movement. He helped bring Naturalism to Brazil with his novel O Mulato in 1881. He also helped start the Brazilian Academy of Letters and held its 4th seat until he passed away.

About Aluísio Azevedo

Aluísio Azevedo was born in São Luís, Brazil. His father, David Gonçalves de Azevedo, was the Portuguese vice-consul (a type of diplomat) in Brazil. Aluísio was the younger brother of Artur Azevedo, who became a well-known playwright.

Early Life and Art

When he was a child, Aluísio worked as a traveling salesman. He loved painting and drawing from a young age. In 1876, he moved to Rio de Janeiro to study art. His brother Artur was already living there.

Aluísio studied at the Escola Nacional de Belas Artes (National School of Fine Arts). After finishing his studies, he drew caricatures for many newspapers. Some of these newspapers included O Fígaro, O Mequetrefe, and A Semana Ilustrada.

Starting His Writing Career

In 1878, Aluísio's father died. He had to return to São Luís to help his family. This is when he started his career as a writer. In 1880, he published his first novel, Uma Lágrima de Mulher (A Woman's Tear). This book was written in the Romantic style.

He also helped create a newspaper called O Pensador. This newspaper was against the power of the church. Aluísio wrote articles there that supported ending slavery.

Introducing Naturalism

In 1881, he published O Mulato (The Mulatto). This book was the first Brazilian novel written in the Naturalist style. It talked about important topics like racism. This book helped him become a well-known writer. After its success, he was able to move back to Rio de Janeiro.

From 1882 to 1895, Aluísio wrote many books. During this time, he wrote his famous novels Casa de Pensão (Pension House) in 1884 and O Cortiço (The Slum) in 1890. He also wrote other works with his brother Artur or with Émile Rouède.

Becoming a Diplomat

In 1895, Aluísio Azevedo became a diplomat. This meant he represented Brazil in other countries. He worked as a minister (a high-ranking diplomat) in several places. These included Spain, Japan, England, Italy, and Argentina. He passed away in Argentina in 1913.

Aluísio Azevedo's Books and Plays

Aluísio Azevedo wrote many different types of works. Here are some of his most important ones:

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