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Culture

The Resilience of Rhythm: A Journey Through Brazilian Music and Storytelling

In Brazilian music, there is a philosophy that transcends the mere notes and rhythms—it is an ethos of joy in the face of adversity, and of a profound belief that amanhã um lindo dia vai nascer—tomorrow, a beautiful day will rise. During the military dictatorship of the 1960s and ’70s, when censorship drove many artists into exile, the music of Brazil became a quiet defiance … Continue reading The Resilience of Rhythm: A Journey Through Brazilian Music and Storytelling

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Travel

Algarve Escapade: Albufeira and Portimão’s Unique Charms | Art of Saudade

American poet Jim Morrison once sang about the mesmerizing landscapes of the Iberian South, conjuring images of Portugal and Spain. The Algarve, nestled in the southern region of Portugal, truly embodies this magic, making it a destination that should not be missed.  Let’s delve into two exceptional cities in the Algarve: Albufeira and Portimão, two cities that offer unique experiences and insights into this culturally … Continue reading Algarve Escapade: Albufeira and Portimão’s Unique Charms | Art of Saudade

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Learning, Literature, Quotes

Why Literature Matters | Roland Barthes On The Real Meaning Of Words | Art of Saudade

Who was Roland Barthes? Roland Barthes was born in the middle of World War 1, an event that marked him for life. Raised during the bloodshed that devastated Europe, Roland found refuge in literature. He dedicated his life to literary creation and criticism and, by the end of his 40s, he managed to publish his collection Mythologies, where he gathered myths of popular culture. He … Continue reading Why Literature Matters | Roland Barthes On The Real Meaning Of Words | Art of Saudade

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Literature, Philosophy, Quotes

Did Albert Camus Really Predict The Pandemic? | Art of Saudade

Lockdown, transmission, and quarantine are some of the words that have been part of our daily vocabulary for the past two years. These same words can be found in Camus’ philosophical novel The Plague. Published only two years after the Second World War, many literary critics believe that the plague symbolizes the battle against Nazism. However, digging into the book, it is easy to conclude … Continue reading Did Albert Camus Really Predict The Pandemic? | Art of Saudade

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Learning, Literature, Quotes

Why Storytelling Matters | Toni Morrison’s Lesson on Writing | Art of Saudade

Today we celebrate the birth of a legend, a superwoman, a fighter and a Nobel laureate. Did you know that Toni Morrison wrote her first novel, getting up every morning at 4 am to write, while raising two children on her own?  She described her first work, The Bluest Eye, as “history, sociology, folklore, nightmare and music”, depicting the dark side of humanity through the … Continue reading Why Storytelling Matters | Toni Morrison’s Lesson on Writing | Art of Saudade

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