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Literary Fiction· Cape Verde

A Louca de Serrano

by Germano Almeida
Aggregate Editorial Score30/100
Published 1998Portuguese
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About This Book

When Germano Almeida published A Louca de Serrano in 1998, it quickly found its place in the broader tradition of literary fiction. A Louca de Serrano is a novel that combines humor and drama to explore the complexities of Cape Verdean society. Through the story of a woman deemed mad by her community, Germano Almeida delves into themes of social norms, mental health, and the power of storytelling. The book is noted for its witty narrative style and its critique of societal expectations. Themes of social norms, mental health, storytelling run through the work.

Book Details

AuthorGermano Almeida
Published1998
Country of Origin🇨🇻 Cape Verde
LanguagePortuguese
Category📖 Literary Fiction
ISBN9789722110979
Editorial Score30/100
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📖 Literary Fiction

Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

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Country of Origin

🇨🇻 Cape Verde

This book is part of Cape Verde's rich literary tradition.

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Editorial Assessment

Germano Almeida published A Louca de Serrano in 1998, and it has since become one of the more widely recognised works of literary fiction from Cape Verde. The book's treatment of social norms, mental health, storytelling, humor accounts for much of its enduring reputation. Critics and institutions have consistently placed A Louca de Serrano among the notable works of its period. Our aggregate score of 30/100 is compiled from 1 editorial sources that range from Nobel and Booker committees to leading literary journals. The appeal of A Louca de Serrano lies partly in its refusal to offer easy answers. Its exploration of social norms, mental health, storytelling, humor is sustained, textured, and genuinely thought-provoking in ways that stay with readers well after the final page. Germano Almeida's role in the literature of Cape Verde is well established. A Louca de Serrano can be read as both a standalone achievement and as part of a broader national literary conversation about identity, history, and the possibilities of narrative form.
About this assessment: Editorial scores are aggregated from 1 independent sources including major literary prizes, critical surveys, and leading publications. Our editorial team reviews and contextualises this data. Rankings reflect critical consensus, not personal opinion or popularity metrics. Learn about our methodology.

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Germano Almeida is a Cape Verde author whose work in literary fiction has earned recognition from readers and critics alike.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is A Louca de Serrano about?

A Louca de Serrano is a novel that combines humor and drama to explore the complexities of Cape Verdean society. Through the story of a woman deemed mad by her community, Germano Almeida delves into themes of social norms, mental health, and the power of storytelling. The book is noted for its witty narrative style and its critique of societal expectations.

Who wrote A Louca de Serrano?

A Louca de Serrano was written by Germano Almeida, from Cape Verde. First published in 1998.

What awards has A Louca de Serrano won?

A Louca de Serrano has received the following recognition: notable critical recognition.

Is A Louca de Serrano worth reading?

A Louca de Serrano is a well-regarded book with an aggregate editorial score of 30/100 on 50 Best Books. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in social norms, mental health, storytelling.

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What category is A Louca de Serrano?

A Louca de Serrano is classified as Literary Fiction. Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

What country is A Louca de Serrano from?

A Louca de Serrano originates from Cape Verde's literary tradition. Explore more books from Cape Verde on our country page.

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