Afonso Arinos de Melo Franco (May 1, 1868 – February 19, 1916) was a Brazilian journalist, writer and jurist. In the 19th century, he was recognized as one of the most influential intellectuals of his time. His work is part of Brazil's most prestigious literature and contains a strong message of social criticism.

Works

* ''Os jagunços'' (1897) * ''Pelo sertão'' (1898)

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1868 births 1916 deaths Brazilian male writers People from Paracatu, Minas Gerais {{Brazil-writer-stub