Jorge Amado: Brazil celebrates the centenary of his birth

As Brazil celebrates the centenary of his birth, Amado is remembered as one of the country's most important, and best-loved writers, famous not only at home but internationally.

His vivid portrayal of his fellow countrymen and women struck a chord, and he created characters who captured the popular imagination.

Translated into 49 languages and published in 55 countries, his books reflect Brazil's culture, inequalities and contradictions.

The 100th anniversary of his birth is being marked by events throughout the year in Brazil, and also in cities like London, Paris, Salamanca and Lisbon.

By Julia Dias Carneiro

BBC Brasil, Rio de Janeiro

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