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Wenceslau de Moraes
AuthorBooks · Second hand1854-1929
Wenceslau José de Souza de Moraes, in modern orthography Venceslau José de Sousa de Morais, was a Portuguese writer whose works were steeped in orientalism and exoticism, particularly the culture of Japan. He has been compared to Lafcadio Hearn, a contemporary who settled in Japan but wrote in English. A translator of Haiku, his verse was also influenced by Symbolism.
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About Wenceslau de Moraes
Birth
1854
Death
1929
Wenceslau José de Souza de Moraes, in modern orthography Venceslau José de Sousa de Morais, was a Portuguese writer whose works were steeped in orientalism and exoticism, particularly the culture of Japan. He has been compared to Lafcadio Hearn, a contemporary who settled in Japan but wrote in English. A translator of Haiku, his verse was also influenced by Symbolism.
Wenceslau de Moraes was a multifaceted writer, poet, and diplomat born in Lisbon.
His most iconic work, Cartas do Japão, captures his deep fascination with Japanese culture.
Throughout his prolific career, he published a total of 47 works exploring diverse themes.
His writing is noted for its detailed portrayal of the social life, customs, and travels of his time.
As a diplomat, his life was defined by the cultural exchange between Portugal and Japan.
