Música do Parnasso

Música do Parnasso, written by Manuel Botelho de Oliveira and published in 1705, is recognized as the first printed book by a Brazilian author. The work is notable for its multilingual composition, featuring poetry in Portuguese, Spanish, Italian, and Latin, illustrating the author's belief that 'one Muse can sing with diverse voices.' This collection highlights the cultural richness of the New World and showcases the early development of Brazilian literature.