RODA VIVA | ANA MARIA MACHADO | 13/07/2026
Summary
Acclaimed author Ana Maria Machado discusses the challenges of "sensitive reading" and censorship in children's literature, arguing against altering classic texts to avoid offense. She emphasizes the importance of critical reading and adult guidance over prohibition, while also addressing the neglect of her adult fiction. The conversation covers her career, the impact of digital media on reading habits, and the role of literature in fostering social awareness.
Topics discussed
Introduction of Ana Maria Machado and panelists
The importance of books and libraries in the digital age
Revisiting classic literature and sensitive terms
Controversy over 'The Little Witch' and censorship
Monteiro Lobato, racism, and reading more
The creative process and the role of literature
Adult works and the military dictatorship
Feminism and women in the Brazilian Academy
Childhood reading memories and Recreio magazine
Short stories, Clarice Lispector, and Roland Barthes
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