The Specter of Sartre in Brazilian Concrete Poetry: Paideuma, Affect, Politics, and the Question of World Literature.

The article delves into the intersection of Brazilian Concrete Poetry and the philosophical legacy of Jean-Paul Sartre, exploring how Sartre's ideas have influenced the Grupo Noigandres, a significant literary group in Brazil. It discusses the group's experimental poetry, its engagement with various mediums, and its attempt to forge a new cultural paradigm. It addresses the misconceptions surrounding Brazilian Concrete Poetry's political engagement and analyzes Haroldo de Campos's pivotal work, "Servidão de passagem," as a groundbreaking attempt to blend political commitment with innovative poetic expression. Additionally, the article contextualizes the movement within the broader cultural and historical landscape of Brazil, highlighting its multidimensional nature.