Essays on Hilda Hilst: Between Brazil and World. Morris, Carvalho**

Springer International Publishing AG

Explore the groundbreaking work of Hilda Hilst with "Essays on Hilda Hilst: Between Brazil and World Literature." This collection of nine essays by scholars and translators offers diverse perspectives on one of Latin America's most inventive authors. Delve into Hilst's innovative poetry, theatre, and experimental fiction, and understand her place within Brazilian and world literature. Originally published in English, this pioneering work brings Hilst's masterpieces to a new audience and celebrates her enduring literary legacy. A must-read for scholars and enthusiasts of Latin American literature. This book is the first collection of critical essays on Hilda Hilst (1930-2004) published in English. It brings together a variety of perspectives on one of Latin America’s most inventive and innovative authors. Nine essays by scholars and translators reflect about various aspects of her work, placing it in the context of Brazil and world literature. During her lifetime, Hilst won several major national literary awards and attracted legions of devoted readers. Her writing spanned styles and genres, encompassing poetry, theatre, and experimental fiction. She was also considered to be “a writer’s writer,” and her literary achievements eluded both mainstream acclaim and international recognition. In recent years, Hilst’s books have enjoyed increased visibility in Brazil and beyond. A host of translators (including three contributors to this volume) have finally made some of her masterpieces available in English. This pioneering collection of essays should excite longtime readers and introduce her to a new audience. Keywords: Hilda Hilst, Brazilian literature, world literature, literary essays, Adam Morris, Bruno Carvalho, critical analysis, Latin American authors, experimental fiction, poetry, theatre.