França Júnior

Playwright, Author

1838 – 1890

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Who was França Júnior?

Joaquim José da França Júnior was a Brazilian playwright, journalist and, initially, a painter. Alongside Martins Pena, he is one of the most famous adepts of the "comedy of customs" genre.

He is patron of the 12th chair of the Brazilian Academy of Letters.

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Born
Mar 18, 1838
Rio de Janeiro
Also known as
  • Franca Junior
Nationality
  • Brazil
Profession
Education
  • University of São Paulo
  • Escola Nacional de Belas Artes
Died
Nov 27, 1890
Poços de Caldas

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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