Poética da resistência: aspectos sociais em Morte e Vida Severina, de João Cabral de Melo Neto

Abstract

This monographic work analyzes the work Morte e Vida Severina by João Cabral de Melo Neto, with the aim of exploring its Poetics of Resistance and the social aspects intrinsic to the narrative. Through the journey of Severino, a symbol of the struggle for survival in the northeastern backlands, the poem highlights the difficulties faced by the migrants and the universality of their experiences. The research adopts a bibliographic approach, using contributions from authors such as Neto and Cavalcanti (2009), Secchin (2014), Costa (2020), Bispo (2009) and Silva (2016) to understand the sociocultural dynamics portrayed in the work. The results reveal the depth of the human condition and resilience in the face of adversity, contributing to a broader understanding of inequalities and social injustices in contemporary Brazil. Furthermore, the analysis of the symbols and metaphors present in the narrative enriches the understanding of the social and cultural issues addressed by Melo Neto, encouraging a critical reflection on the reality of the northeastern backlands. The main results of the research show that the work manages to illustrate the severity of the living conditions of the migrants, while at the same time highlighting the dignity and collective strength that emerge from adversity. Through the poetics of resistance, the poem reveals the characters' incessant struggle for better conditions and social justice, exposing the structural inequalities and challenges faced by the northeastern population. This study confirms the relevance of Death and Life Severina as a profound social critique and a source of inspiration for the discussion of injustices and the struggle for survival in the contemporary Brazilian context