José Carlos do Patrocínio (October 9, 1854 – January 29, 1905) was a Brazilian writer, journalist, activist, orator and pharmacist, and among the most well-known proponents of the abolition of slavery.
He founded and occupied the 21st chair of the Brazilian Academy of Letters from 1897 until his death in 1905.
José do Patrocínio was born in the city of Campos dos Goytacazes, ... Show More