Bahia de Todos-os-santos (book)

Bahia de Todos os Santos is a novel by the Brazilian author Jorge Amado, published in 1945. It offers a vibrant and often gritty portrayal of life in Salvador, Bahia, focusing on the city's port area and the lives of its dockworkers, prostitutes, vagrants, and marginalized people. The narrative is episodic, weaving together various stories and anecdotes that capture the unique culture, traditions, religious syncretism (particularly Candomblé), and social dynamics of the region. Amado's characteristic style, marked by sensuality, humor, and social commentary, is prominent throughout the book. The novel is considered a significant work in Brazilian literature, celebrated for its depiction of Afro-Brazilian culture and its sympathetic representation of the underprivileged.