Caio Prado Júnior was a Brazilian historian, geographer, and writer, born on December 24, 1907, in São Paulo. He is best known for his influential works on Brazilian history and social theory, particularly his book, Formação do Brasil Contemporâneo, which analyzes the development of Brazil from a historical perspective. Prado's ideas contributed significantly to the understanding of Brazil's economic and social structures. In addition to his historical contributions, Prado was involved in politics and was a member of the Brazilian Communist Party. His work emphasized the importance of understanding Brazil's colonial past to address contemporary issues. Caio Prado Júnior passed away on September 24, 1990, leaving a lasting legacy in Brazilian historiography.