He is an expert at borrowing money, even though his lenders know the money will never be returned. His life is spent in partying, carousing, chasing women, getting drunk and, in particular, gambling. He has managed, through his family connections, to get a job in the parks department but only goes to work to collect his paycheck. The maid died giving birth to Vadinho and he was brought up in orphanages and a real trouble-maker he was and remains. He is the bastard child of the son of a well-to-do family and the family maid. When Vadinho appears on the scene, Dona Flor’s mother encourages the relationship, under the mistaken impression that he comes from a well-to-do family. Dona Flor is fascinated by local cookery and has set up a cooking school which gives her a decent living. When they met, Dona Flor was a sweet and demure lady, living with her rather obnoxious, widowed mother. Vadinho is a totally incorrigible rogue, without any moral scruples whatsoever. It starts with the death of Dona Flor’s first husband, Vadinho. And it certainly is a fascinating story, superbly told by Amado. It is certainly the best known, thanks to the film. Many consider this to be Amado’s best book (though I personally consider Tenda dos milagres (Tent of Miracles) to be superior). Home » Brazil » Jorge Amado » Dona Flor e seus dois maridos (Dona Flor and Her Two Husbands) Jorge Amado: Dona Flor e seus dois maridos (Dona Flor and Her Two Husbands)
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