"Innocencia" is a beautifully written novel that transports readers to the vast and untamed prairie regions of Brazil. The author, Alfredo d'Escragnolle Taunay, skillfully crafts a captivating story filled with rich descriptions of the natural landscape and captivating characters.

The story follows the young and innocent Innocencia as she navigates the complexities of life on the prairie. The character development is expertly done, with each individual coming to life on the pages. Taunay's prose is lyrical and evocative, bringing to life the sights, sounds, and emotions of the Brazilian wilderness.

The novel is a fascinating exploration of themes such as love, loss, and the clash between civilization and the natural world. Readers will find themselves drawn into Innocencia's world, rooting for her as she faces challenges and struggles to find her place in the harsh environment.

Overall, "Innocencia" is a compelling and beautifully written novel that offers a glimpse into a little-known part of Brazilian history. Taunay's storytelling abilities shine in this captivating tale of love and survival on the prairie.

Book Description:
The story of Innocencia, an 18-year-old girl who lives in the prairies of Brazil, is a twist on the traditional love triangle. The plot has been compared to the more famous "Paul and Virginie" and "Romeo and Juliet", but it takes place on the dropback of the loneliness of the sparsely populated backregions in 19th century Brazil, visited by a German naturalist in search of new species of insects, Dr. Meyer, who unsuspectedly finds himself caught in a complicated maze of jealousy, love and distrust. Inocencia was the first book by a Brazilian writer to be translated into English, as the translator states in his preface. - Summary by Leni