Coletânea de Leandro Gomes de Barros

Coletânea de Leandro Gomes de Barros is a collection of works by Leandro Gomes de Barros, a pivotal figure in Brazilian literature known as the first writer of literatura de cordel. Written in the early 20th century, this anthology includes three notable stories: Uma Viagem ao Céu, A História do Boi Misterioso, and A História dos Cachorros dos Mortos. Barros is celebrated for his immense contribution to popular poetry in Brazil, with over 230 works and millions of copies sold, influencing later authors like Ariano Suassuna. His legacy as a beloved poet of the Brazilian sertão endures, making this collection significant for understanding Brazilian folk literature.