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Brazilian author Verunschk's first novel to be translated into English is a work of magical realism that takes place across centuries and explores identity, belonging, and colonialism. The novel's premise is based in colonial history; in 1817, the German explorers Spix and Martius returned to Europe after spending three years in Brazil. They brought with them two Indigenous children they had kidnapped as human specimens, who died shortly after arrival. From this historical fact, Verunschk crea...Log In or Sign Up to Read More