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Carlos Drummond de Andrade
Itabira (Minas Gerais), Brazil
Archival Overview
Brazilian poet widely considered the most influential Brazilian poet of the twentieth century, whose modernist verses blended introspective irony, social conscience, and linguistic simplicity.
Biographical Record
Carlos Drummond de Andrade (1902–1987) ignited national literary controversy in 1928 with his minimalist poem 'No meio do caminho' ('In the middle of the road was a stone'). In 1930, his debut collection 'Alguma Poesia' established him as a central figure of Brazilian modernism.
During World War II and the Vargas era, his poetry turned to civic responsibility in 'A Rosa do Povo' ('The People's Rose'). He spent forty years working quietly as an archivist at the National Historical and Artistic Heritage Institute in Rio.
Key Life Milestones
Publication of 'In the Middle of the Road'
Published his iconic poem that redefined Brazilian modernist poetic concision.
Publication of 'A Rosa do Povo'
Published his monumental social poetry collection responding to war and dictatorship.
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Final Resting Place
Perpetual MemorialRio de Janeiro, Brazil