Cecília Meireles
Cecília Meireles was a prominent Brazilian poet, teacher, and journalist, born on November 7, 1901, in Rio de Janeiro. She is known for her lyrical and introspective poetry, which often explores themes of time, nature, and the human experience. Meireles published several poetry collections, with her most famous work being Romanceiro da Inconfidência.
In addition to her literary contributions, Meireles was an advocate for education and worked as a teacher throughout her life. She was also involved in various cultural and literary movements in Brazil. Cecília Meireles passed away on November 9, 1964, leaving a lasting legacy in Brazilian literature.