Vidas Secas is a novel written by Brazilian author Graciliano Ramos, published in 1938. The story follows a poor family of farmers struggling to survive in the harsh, arid landscape of the Brazilian northeast. It highlights the challenges they face, including drought, poverty, and social injustice, while exploring themes of resilience and human suffering. The narrative centers on the family, particularly Fabiano, the father, and his wife, Sinhá Vitória, as they navigate their difficult lives. The novel is notable for its stark realism and vivid descriptions of the environment, reflecting the broader socio-economic issues in Brazil during that time.