Brazil has elected Ana Maria Goncalves as its first Black woman member of the Brazilian Academy of Letters. Goncalves, 54, is an acclaimed author, known for her historical novel 'Um defeito de cor,' which narrates Brazil's history from a Black woman's perspective. The book has achieved critical and popular success, selling over 180,000 copies since its 2006 release. Goncalves aims to correct historical injustices in the academy, noting the underrepresentation of Black voices despite its noteworthy history.
Ana Maria Goncalves' election as the first Black woman to the Brazilian Academy of Letters is being celebrated widely and represents progress in literary diversity.
Her novel, 'Um defeito de cor,' is a historical narrative from a Black woman's perspective and has sold over 180,000 copies since its 2006 release.
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