≡The Legacy of Great Authors
Works such as Miguel de Cervantes’ Don Quixote, George Orwell’s 1984, Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice, and Machado de Assis’s Dom Casmurro continue to have a significant impact on contemporary literature and culture. These classics are fundamental to the formation of modern critical thinking and literary narrative. Don Quixote addresses issues of madness and idealism, 1984 warns of the dangers of oppression and social control, Pride and Prejudice explores issues of class and morality, while Dom Casmurro questions the nature of memory and jealousy.
When comparing these authors with contemporary writers, we observe an evolution in both language and themes. Modern authors such as Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie or Haruki Murakami may take a more direct or experimental approach, but many still explore universal themes such as identity, power and love, often inspired by the classics.
These works shape contemporary culture, influencing films, series, and even political and social debates, while remaining relevant by provoking reflections on modern times. By revisiting these classics, literature offers a powerful tool for understanding the present and the past, as well as serving as a mirror of society.
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