Vida vertiginosa

Vida vertiginosa is a collection of chronicles by João do Rio, a prominent Brazilian author known for his depictions of life in Rio de Janeiro at the turn of the 20th century. Published in the early 1900s, the work opens with the notable chronicle 'A Era do Automóvel,' which reflects on the arrival of automobiles in the then-capital of Brazil. The book uniquely blends reflection and satire, offering insights into the social dynamics of the era.