Backlands

the Canudos Campaign by Euclides da Cunha
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Edition Notes

StatementEuclides da Cunha ; translated by Elizabeth Lowe ; introduction by Ilan Stavans
SeriesPenguin classics, Penguin classics
ContributionsLowe, Elizabeth, 1947-, Stavans, Ilan
Classifications
LC ClassificationsF2537 .C97513 2010
The Physical Object
Paginationxl, 513 p. ;
Number of Pages513
ID Numbers
Open LibraryOL24490453M
ISBN 100143106074
ISBN 109780143106074
LC Control Number2009051135
OCLC/WorldCa468975042

Backlands by Euclides da Cunha, also known as The Canudos Campaign, is a renowned book published in 1902. It delves into the history and analysis of the Canudos War, an armed conflict that took place in Brazil between 1896 and 1897. The book is a masterpiece of Brazilian literature and offers valuable insights into the social, political, and cultural dynamics of the time.

The Story of Canudos

Download Backlands by Euclides da Cunha to discover the gripping story behind the Canudos Campaign. The book explores the rise of the settlement of Canudos and its leader Antonio Conselheiro, a charismatic preacher who gathered a dedicated following. The conflicts that ensued between the settlers and the Brazilian government resulted in a brutal war that shaped the history of the region.

Historical Analysis

Backlands combines historical narrative with detailed analysis. It offers readers a comprehensive understanding of the socio-economic conditions that led to the rise and eventual suppression of the Canudos community. The book examines the complex factors that contributed to the conflict, including land disputes, religious tensions, and political power dynamics.

Impact and Influence

Backlands by Euclides da Cunha has had a profound impact on Brazilian literature and intellectual discourse. It is considered a seminal work that introduced a new style of historical writing in Brazil. Its socio-political analysis and vivid portrayal of the Canudos campaign have influenced generations of writers, historians, and thinkers.

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The ISBN10 code for Backlands by Euclides da Cunha is 0143106074. The book was published in New York University (NYU), making it available to readers around the world.

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