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Poesia Cordel String Poetry

Cordel poetry, a vibrant and essential form of expression in Brazil's arid Northeast, intertwines words and art in unique chapbooks that hang on strings. Each cordel combines lyrical storytelling with intricate black lithographs, showcasing tales of love, struggle, and folklore. This tradition not only preserves the cultural heritage of the region but also embodies the resilience of its people. Engage with this captivating artistry and explore the social issues, humor, and existential themes captured in these small booklets, which reflect the heart of Brazilian culture.

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Poesia Cordel String Poetry

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  1. Poesia Cordel String Poetry

  2. In Brazil’s Northeast, in the arid regions of its backlands, lives a strong poetic tradition called “Cordel.”

  3. The word “Cordel” refers to the strings, or “chords”, from which the small booklet containing the poem hangs. Image from: Mark J. Curran, Curran's Cordel Connection, retreived from http://researchguides.library.wisc.edu/cordel_literature on 08/20/2013

  4. Each poem contains a piece of art on the front of the booklet, usually in black lithograph.

  5. The cordel lithograph itself has become a special genre of art characteristic to the region. Image from: “Chapter 50: Brazil” (n.d.). Frank 151. Retrieved August 29, 2013 from http://www.frank151.com/book/chapter-50-brazil.html

  6. Malta, Anderson (2012). “Brazilian chapbooks: String literature, cordel”. Anderson Malta. Retrieved August 20, 2013 from http://andersonmalta.com/blog/?tag=brazil

  7. This year in Mr. Della Rocca’s class, from the ceiling will be hanging YOUR cordel...

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