Gilberto Freyre: Quick Facts


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Also Known As Gilberto de Mello Freyre • Gilberto de Mello Freire
Born March 15, 1900 • Recife • Brazil
Died July 18, 1987 (aged 87) • Recife • Brazil
Notable Works “The Mansions and the Shanties” • “The Masters and the Slaves”
Movement / Style Northeastern school

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