Manoel de Barros facts for kids

Manoel Wenceslau Leite de Barros (born December 19, 1916 – died November 13, 2014) was a famous Brazilian poet. He won many important awards for his writing. He received the Prêmio Jabuti (which means "Tortoise Prize") twice. This is one of the most important literary awards in Brazil.

Manoel de Barros: A Poet's Life

Manoel de Barros was born in Cuiaba, a city in Brazil. Many people, including other poets, believed he was one of the greatest Brazilian poets ever. The famous poet Carlos Drummond de Andrade even called Manoel de Barros the "biggest poet of Brazil."

Awards and Recognition

Manoel de Barros's work was highly praised. In 1998, he received the "National Prize of Literature from the Ministry of Culture of Brazil." This award honored all of his amazing poems and books.

His Final Years

Manoel de Barros passed away in Campo Grande, Brazil. He was 96 years old when he died. His poems continue to be loved and read by many people today.