Gilberto Freyre

Gilberto Freyre (1900–1987) was a Brazilian anthropologist, sociologist and writer.

Also recorded as Gilberto de Mello Freyre.

Overview

Born at Recife in 1900, died at Recife in 1987.

In detail

Gilberto Freyre studied at Columbia University and Baylor University. the recorded working language is Portuguese.

The field of work recorded is anthropology and sociology.

Places of work recorded in the authority are Brasília. Positions recorded include federal deputy of Pernambuco. Membership is recorded of American Academy of Arts and Sciences, Académie des sciences d'outre-mer and American Philosophical Society.

Works named in the authority record are Casa-Grande & Senzala.

Distinctions recorded are Anisfield-Wolf Book Awards, Prêmio Machado de Assis, doctor honoris causa from the University of Paris and Prêmio Jabuti.

Sources

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    “Gilberto Freyre”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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    Wikidata, structured authority record Q677769: Gilberto Freyre

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