Álvares de Azevedo was a Brazilian poet and writer born on September 12, 1831, in São Paulo. He is known for his contributions to the Romantic literary movement in Brazil, particularly for his melancholic and introspective style. His most famous work is the poetry collection titled "Lira dos Vinte Anos," which reflects themes of love, death, and existential despair. Azevedo's life was marked by tragedy, as he died young at the age of 20 from tuberculosis. Despite his brief life, he left a lasting impact on Brazilian literature and is often associated with the Romanticism movement alongside other notable figures like Joaquim Manuel de Macedo and Machado de Assis.