Movimento dos Jovens Intelectuais
Angolan literary movement
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The Movimento dos Jovens Intelectuais (Movement of Young Intellectuals) was an Angolan literary movement that emerged in 1947 and 1948. This movement emphasized Angolan traditions and folklore. It significantly influenced prominent writers such as Agostinho Neto, Mário Pinto de Andrade, and Viriato da Cruz. The movement's focus on local culture and heritage played a role in shaping Angolan literary identity during a period of colonial rule.1
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