Cascalho
Herberto Sales
Published in 1944 • Rio de Janeiro
'Cascalho' is a novel by Herberto Sales. Set in the harsh environment of the Brazilian sertão, the story revolves around the character of Cascalho, a tough and resilient man who struggles to survive and find his place in a hostile and arid land. The novel explores themes of resilience, existentialism, and the human condition in the face of adversity. 'Cascalho' is considered one of the significant works of Northeastern Brazilian literature.
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