Análise critica e a relevância social da obra Vidas Secas (1938), de Graciliano Ramos

Abstract

Translate into English: Vidas Secas, by Graciliano Ramos, is a literary work that exposes, in a critical way, the harsh reality lived by the Northeastern sertanejos, exploring misery, dehumanization, and the difficulties imposed by the drought. Through an objective and intense narrative, the author denounces the social and economic oppression that perpetuates inequality, highlighting the struggle for survival as a central element. In addition to portraying the historical context of its time, the work remains relevant by addressing universal themes, such as human resistance and the consequences of social exclusion, provoking deep reflections on the inequalities that still persist in contemporary society. Thus, the research entitled the Critical Analysis and Social Relevance of the Work Vidas Secas (1938), by Graciliano Ramos had as its general objective to critically analyze the work Vidas Secas by Graciliano Ramos and its social relevance in contemporary times, seeking to understand how it portrays the living conditions in the Brazilian Northeast and social issues. In addition, the research aimed to reflect on how the author incorporated his vision of Brazil into the literary text, to understand how the author presents the literature of droughts in his literary work and to present an understanding of the essential aspects of Northeastern Regionalism. To achieve these objectives, an exploratory bibliographic research was adopted, which involved the consultation and analysis of theoretical sources relevant to the proposed theme. This methodology allowed understanding the main concepts, theories, and debates present in Brazilian literature, providing a solid basis for the investigation. Thus, the theoretical foundation was based on contributions from authors such as: Almeida (2008), Cândido (1992), Bosi (1970), Fiorin (2001), Melo (2005) among others. The result of the research showed that Vidas Secas, by Graciliano Ramos, is a fundamental work of Brazilian literature, marked by the criticism of social inequalities and by the portrayal of the harsh reality of the Northeastern sertanejos. The analysis revealed how the author's narrative addresses issues such as misery, dehumanization, and the challenges imposed by drought, issues that remain relevant today. In addition, Ramos's critical view of Brazil was highlighted, presenting Northeastern Regionalism and addressing issues such as human resistance and social exclusion.