Resumo
"Papeis Avulsos" by Machado de Assis is a diverse collection of short stories and novellas, showcasing the author's sharp intellect and distinctive narrative style.
Featuring notable works such as "O Alienista," the collection delves into a range of human eccentricities, societal norms, and philosophical quandaries.
Through satire, irony, and deep psychological exploration, Machado de Assis critiques scientific pretentions, social conventions, and the often-absurd aspects of 19th-century Brazilian life, inviting readers to ponder the nature of sanity, ambition, and truth.