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Legends of Amaraji and Other Stories

By Aldivan Torres

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Legends of Amaraji and Other Stories by Aldivan Torres is a rich tapestry of folklore, memory, and personal reflection woven across the landscapes of Pernambuco and beyond. From enchanted forests and haunted railway stations to heartfelt conversations and philosophical musings, this collection invites readers into a world where myth and reality intertwine. Through tales like The Fairy of Coastal Trays, The Ghost of the Railway Station, and A True Love in an Ancient Civilization, Torres revives the oral traditions of Brazil’s interior, capturing the soul of towns like Amaraji, Angelim, Araripina, and Arcoverde. But this book is more than a journey through legends—it’s a meditation on identity, spirituality, and the human condition. With poignant reflections on love, faith, resilience, and social justice, the author shares his truth: “I am a plural being... I respect all races, all religions, all ideologies and sexualities.” These stories and declarations form a mosaic of lived experience, offering readers both wonder and wisdom. Whether you're drawn to magical realism, regional history, or introspective prose, Legends of Amaraji and Other Stories is a heartfelt tribute to the places and people that shape us—and the legends that keep their spirit alive.

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Audiobook details

GenreGeneral Fiction

Length2 hrs 20 mins

Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices

FormateBook with Audio

Publish dateOct 3, 2025

LanguageEnglish

1The legend of banana plantations

30Bathing in the river and eating mango

2The fairy of coastal trays

31Shopping together

3Legends of Angelim

32Dating Discovery

4The Ghost of the Railway Station

33Living in the black city

5The sage of the district of Palm tree

34Modern times in the region of San Gonzalo

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6The Romani person of Jupi District

35The new residents arrive

7The Clown of Jucati

36Inauguration speech

8An afternoon on the Mundau River

37A village arises

9A walk in the Spur Creek

38A little more time

10Legends of Araçoiaba

39Araripina Carnival

11A walk in the Coastal Trays

40Saint John of Araripina

12Reflecting on sofa

41Arcoverde, My hometown

13The magic of the Forest

42A little history of Arcoverde

14A walk in the Martins mountain

43Arcoverde, land of my love and my work

15The party in Village Cannã

44Why does society and religion condemn gay people?

16Dinner with friends in the District of Vinegar

45"We are so small, so fragile. We are in God's hand, but many find themselves very much."

17Walking the Caiana site trail

46"We have to be happy with what we have. Seek what you can, work for it, and God accomplishes it."

18Pylon Stream

47"I've never been discouraged by mean or negative comments. You have to believe in your ability."

19Legends of Araripina

48"I am a great spirit, I am in Christian celebrations, in spiritism centers, in African terraces, I am everywhere. No one is superior to me, and no spell breaks me. I am the light of the world."

20A true love in an ancient civilization

49"I respect all races, all religions, all political parties, all ideologies and sexualities. I am a plural being."

21A walk-in capybara mountain range national park

50"Here is the great truth. God's love is unconditional. Father-mother love is strong, but conditional. Brother's love exists, but not with everyone. Love of relatives is called affinity. Friends are rare."

22place of the broken stone

51"I've lost almost all my dreams over time."

23Middle site

52"There's no point in wanting to be like Jesus. We are not saints. There's only Jesus forgives, and we can't. "

24Archaeological site

53"Anyone who doesn't eat grass with me today doesn't deserve to eat cake with me in the future."

25The farm of San Gonzalo

54"I thank all the teachers who were part of my career. You are the professional base of everything. An affectionate embrace."

26Landowner daughter walking

55"I went to a doctor's appointment. And the man treated me super well. For you to see, we work to eat well, dress well, be healthy. It is our right. That's why I value the work."

27Talk with farmer

56"Never depend financially on anyone. If your relative is rich, but it is his. He has no obligation. Help if you want."

28Conversation with slave

57"It is a great illusion to expect love from others. Being happy is your responsibility."

29The first loving relationship

58"Nido was enthusiastic about football. He even traveled by truck to participate in tournaments. "