"To be awake is to be alive."

Carlos Drummond de Andrade (1902 - 1987)
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About Carlos Drummond de Andrade

Carlos Drummond de Andrade, born on October 31, 1902, in Brazil, was a prominent Brazilian poet considered one of the greatest literary figures in Brazilian literature. His works explored the complexities of human emotions, society, and the Brazilian experience, often reflecting themes of love, loneliness, and existential reflections. Throughout his career, Drummond de Andrade's poetry captured the essence of the human condition with a unique blend of wit, irony, and profound insights.

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