Guimarães Rosa was a Brazilian writer and physician, born on June 27, 1908, in Cordisburgo, Brazil. He is best known for his innovative use of language and narrative style, which often blends regional dialects with poetic elements. His most famous work, Grande Sertão: Veredas, explores the complexities of life in the Brazilian hinterlands. Rosa's literature is characterized by its deep philosophical themes and rich descriptions of the Brazilian landscape and culture. He played a significant role in modern Brazilian literature and was nominated for the Nobel Prize in Literature multiple times. Rosa passed away on November 19, 1967.