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Inspirado pelo luzir suave e poético das candeias, João Alberto, nesta obra que carinhosamente dedica à memória de sua amada esposa, deixa transbordar de seu mundo íntimo, sentimentos, aspirações e emoções...

"Histórias que Conto" não é apenas um livro onde se contam algumas histórias. É, na sua simplicidade, a sutil união da realidade com a ficção. É a junção das verdades dos acontecimentos vivenciados, sentidos...

No girar dos ponteiros alternam-se as estações apresentando-se com sua roupagem singular num desfile de imagens, efeitos e delicadezas, que mexem e remexem com nossas sensações, emoções e sentimentos....

Inspirando-se na imagem pueril, bela e simbólica como mensageira de boas-novas, desejos, realidades e emoções genuínas, João Alberto batiza esta obra, muito adequadamente, com o título "Barco de Papel"...

Uma vez mais José levara um tombo que a vida lhe reservara. A revolta tomara conta de seu imo e uma tristeza avassaladora destruiu o que lhe restava de forças e autoestima. Sem compreender os motivos...

A estreita relação do autor com a praia e o mar de verdes águas, que foram o quintal onde desfrutou os dias de sua infância e juventude, é fácil de ser percebida a cada virar de página. Nos tempos maduros,...

Eloá é uma paranormal que, com seus poderes, tem ajudado a polícia a desvendar inúmeros crimes e assassinatos. Porém, um perigoso homicida continua à solta, apesar dos esforços das autoridades para prendê-lo....

A poesia aldravista é brado de liberdade, é expressão de espontaneidade e poética da incompletude que restitui ao leitor a possibilidade dele mesmo descobrir em cada palavra-verso ou no seu todo, o sentido...

Suave e sensual, a poesia aldravista de João Alberto aborda, longe do que se poderia rotular como pornografia, a temática do amor e do sexo de maneira natural, visto que, na visão de João, um e outro...

Adentrar o universo onírico e empírico do autor é tal como viajar ao encontro de si mesmo num reencontro com recordações, aspirações e saudades que misturam emoções e sentimentos próprios de quem é sensível...

A escravatura no Brasil guarda um dos mais nefandos momentos da história de nosso país. Naqueles obscuros tempos, milhares de criaturas foram sacrificadas em prol do atendimento aos vis desejos de seus...

"Eu por (In)teiro, Linhas Poéticas" revela um pouco acerca da visão do autor sobre si mesmo e das coisas que o rodeiam e no viver cotidiano. Ao mesmo tempo em que brinca solta a razão expondo certezas...

Não sou feito de chumbo que me isola dos efeitos dos acontecimentos. Sou feito de carne, sangue e alma que, de alguma maneira, se deixa impressionar pelos fatos que me rodeiam e, cujos ecos, me atingem...

Em mais este trabalho, o poeta divide com o público o universo de seu âmago sempre em ebulição. A forma leve de sua expressão seduz pela naturalidade que evidencia o seu prazer em escrever, e que continua...

Um crime... Uma mentira... Três obstinados defensores da lei... Uma poderosa organização criminosa... E um surpreendente final!

Este não é um livro para crianças. É um livro para a criança que, em algum lugar, ainda existe e resiste em cada um de nós. "Brincadeiras de Criança" joga com as palavras dando-lhes um ar lírico, musical...

A satirical tale of a confectioner whose ambition is only matched by his lack of scruples, this story exposes the comedic yet dark underbelly of greed. The arrival of a dim-witted brother threatens to...

A diligent carpenter's life is shattered by the reckless actions of a young squire and a naive dairymaid in this lush, tragic pastoral. The narrative weaves a complex tapestry of rural community life,...

A young man uncertain of his origins and a spirited woman trapped in an oppressive marriage find their paths crossing in a search for meaning. This profound novel delves into the complexities of Jewish...

Politics and passion intersect in a small English town as a fiery radical fights for the working class while navigating a tangled inheritance plot. The story moves beyond mere electioneering to question...

A sprawling web of provincial life captures the failed dreams and imperfect marriages of a community on the brink of reform. Through the lens of a young idealist and a frustrated scholar, the novel examines...

Set in Renaissance Florence, this historical romance follows a young woman's intellectual and spiritual journey amidst the turmoil of Savonarola's rise. Betrayal and political chaos force her to forge...

Three distinct stories of rural clergy reveal the extraordinary sorrows and redemptions hidden within ordinary lives. From the gossip of a small town to the private anguish of a misunderstood curate,...

A man cursed with the ability to foresee the future and hear the thoughts of others finds himself trapped in a nightmare of isolation and horror. This Gothic departure from realism dives into the dark...

A solitary weaver, embittered by betrayal and obsessed with his hoard of gold, finds his life transformed by the arrival of an orphaned child. This heartwarming fable explores the healing power of human...

The bond between a brother and sister is tested by family disgrace, financial ruin, and the rigid expectations of rural society. As they navigate the turbulent waters of growing up, their loyalty is strained...

Focusing on the intense and often volatile relationship between two siblings, this narrative captures the raw emotions of childhood and the pain of growing apart. It is a study of loyalty and misunderstanding,...

Godwin Peak, a man of humble origins and fierce intellect, wages a desperate war against the rigid class structures of Victorian England. Driven by ambition yet haunted by shame, he constructs a double...

A young governess faces a life-altering choice when a marriage proposal forces her to confront her duty, her desires, and the class divide. The story paints a delicate picture of the struggle between...

Richard Mutimer rises from the working class to lead a socialist movement, but sudden wealth tests his ideals and integrity. As industrial unrest boils over, personal ambition clashes with political cause,...

In a bid for political success, Denzil Quarrier navigates a minefield of secrets, betrayal, and social expectations in a provincial town. His progressive facade hides a scandalous private life that threatens...

Hilliard, a man trapped in a mundane existence, unexpectedly comes into money and decides to "live" for a year, setting his sights on the enigmatic Eve Madeley. A complex dance of gratitude, debt, and...

The literary world is stripped of its glamour in this ruthless portrayal of writers struggling between artistic integrity and commercial survival. Edwin Reardon fights a losing battle against poverty...

In the sprawling suburbs of London, the Madden sisters face the uncertain future of middle-class spinsterhood amidst a rapidly changing society. Marriage is deconstructed not as a romance, but as a gritty...

Amidst the cynicism of his era, Piers Otway seeks a love that transcends social barriers and imperialist aggression. This narrative stands apart as a rare defense of pacifism and romantic idealism in...

Dyce Lashmar is a charismatic opportunist who borrows ideas as easily as he borrows money to climb the social ladder. His journey through the drawing rooms of the elite reveals a society eager to be deceived...

Escaping the stifling industrial gloom of England, a group of travelers finds liberation and moral confusion under the bright skies of Italy. Old values crumble as art, passion, and freedom challenge...

This collection of short stories illuminates the quiet desperation and fleeting joys of London's overlooked inhabitants. From struggling tutors to impoverished writers, each tale offers a window into...

Confronting the "surplus women" problem of the late 19th century, this story follows the Madden sisters and the fiercely independent Rhoda Nunn. It is a groundbreaking examination of gender roles, debating...

A suburban couple's quiet life is upended when they take in a lodger to make ends meet, leading to a comedy of manners and class friction. The "paying guest" brings unexpected chaos, challenging the household's...

In the smoke-choked slums of Clerkenwell, the struggle for survival strips humanity down to its rawest elements. Characters fight against a destiny dictated by crushing poverty, where hope is a dangerous...

Retiring from a life of literary struggle, Henry Ryecroft finds solace in a rural cottage, reflecting on nature, books, and the passage of time. This semi-autobiographical work moves away from narrative...

Mr. Gammon, a cheerful and energetic commercial traveler, becomes entangled in a mysterious hunt for a missing husband in this buoyant London mystery. Unlike Gissing's typically tragic figures, the characters...

Osmond Waymark seeks to embrace the raw reality of the streets, finding beauty and truth among social outcasts and the "unclassed." His relationship with a woman forced into prostitution challenges every...

Orphaned by a devastating earthquake, young Clare is thrust into a world that tests his gentle nature at every turn. His wanderings expose him to the harshness of humanity, yet he retains an innate goodness...

Little Diamond, a sickly stable-boy, is visited by the mysterious and powerful North Wind, who whisks him away on nocturnal adventures. Together they traverse city streets and metaphysical realms, exploring...