João Capistrano de Abreu | |
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Born | Maranguape | October 23, 1853
Died | August 13, 1927 Rio de Janeiro | (aged 73)
Occupation | Historian |
Nationality | Brazilian |
João Capistrano Honório de Abreu (1853 in Maranguape – 1927 in Rio de Janeiro) was a Brazilian historian. His works are characterized by a rigorous investigation of the sources and a critical view of the historical process. João Capistrano de Abreu was born in Maranguape, Ceará. He dedicated himself to the study of colonial Brazil. His book "Capítulos de História Colonial" ("Chapters of Colonial History") is a major reference for all who study Brazilian history.