Publisher's Synopsis
Step into the mesmerizing world of poet Alvaro de Campos in this exquisite bilingual collection. Volume 2 of Pessoa by Me brings you an exceptional translation of Alvaro de Campos's enigmatic masterpiece, "Tabacaria," along with nine carefully selected poems by the contemporary Brazilian translator Erick Maia, a work that resonates with Campos's modernist spirit.
"Tabacaria," originally penned by the iconic Fernando Pessoa under the heteronym Alvaro de Campos, is a tour de force of 20th-century Portuguese poetry. In this new translation, the rich tapestry of Campos's surreal and introspective musings is woven into English with unparalleled depth and sensitivity, preserving the essence of his existential exploration. Experience the poet's journey through a smoky, metaphysical landscape as he grapples with the mysteries of life, identity, and the self.
