I-Juca Pirama
Gonçalves Dias
Published in 1851 • Rio de Janeiro
'I-Juca Pirama' is a narrative poem by Gonçalves Dias. It tells the story of a young warrior from the Tupi-Guarani tribe who is captured by an enemy tribe and faces the challenge of sacrificing himself to save his father's life. The poem explores themes of honor, bravery, and the clash between different indigenous cultures in Brazil.
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