Rare and Commonplace Flowers

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A Stonewall Honor Book of the American Library Association's Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgendered Round Table, this Brazilian bestseller narrates the story of two women: Elizabeth Bishop, a Pulitzer Prize-winning American poet, and Lota de Macedo Soares, a self-trained Brazilian architect. Their relationship, which blossomed in Brazil from 1951 to 1967, faced public scrutiny due to its intimate nature. Initially happy, their bond deteriorated over time, particularly as Soares became increasingly fixated on the creation and management of Flamengo Park, Rio de Janeiro’s answer to Central Park. Despite her pivotal role in the park's development, political maneuvering stripped her of recognition, leading to a decline in her career while Bishop's flourished. This dual biography, meticulously researched and written in a vibrant, novelistic style, explores the intersection of their lives and the cultural contexts they navigated. Carmen L. Oliveira's intimate knowledge of Brazil and connections to its artistic elite enhance the narrative, offering rich insights into both women and their work. Rare photographs of the artists and their shared home further illuminate this compelling story.