Nei Lopes’ “Oitentáculos” Poetry Collection: A Reflection on Ancestry, Music, and Love

“Oitentáculos” is Nei Lopes’ third book of poetry, marking his 80th birthday. The book showcases Lopes’ refined and matured language, delving into themes of ancestry, music, and love. Divided into eleven subthemes, the collection serves as a cosmology of Lopes’ poetic work. Through his poetry, Lopes revisits his life journey and sends messages of reflection and empowerment. The poems, composed between the 1960s and 1980s, demonstrate Lopes’ commitment to discussing black identity and the reconstruction of Brazil’s past. Overall, “Oitentáculos” exhibits Lopes’ erudition and wisdom, offering a perspective of life rooted in African traditions.

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