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Generation of ’45

Brazilian poetry

Also known as: Generation of 1945

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Brazilian literature

In Brazilian literature: Poetry
The poets of the Generation of 1945 provided a new direction, drawing upon Symbolism, Surrealism, and Hermeticism. From this group João Cabral de Melo Neto and Ledo Ivo distinguished themselves, with Melo Neto regarded as being among Brazil’s greatest poets. His Constructivist poetry is characterized by antilyrical language that…
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Melo Neto

In João Cabral de Melo Neto
…leading voice of the “Generation of ’45,” post-World War II poets notable for their austere style. In 1945 he joined the Brazilian diplomatic service and served in posts on four continents until his retirement in 1990. His poetry, however, was most influenced by his experience of Spain, and especially…
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