O direito à literatura como um direito humano fundamental

Abstract

Inspired by Antonio Candido's essay "The Right to Literature," this present work addresses the recognition of literature as a fundamental human right, emphasizing its transformative and humanizing capacity. In this context, literature is considered crucial in shaping the human being, contributing to a culturally enriched society, an intrinsic need for a full and dignified existence. Within this framework, an analysis of George On/vell's work "Animal Farm" was conducted to concretely demonstrate the fundamental aspect of access to literature. This underscores the importance of harmonizing governmental actions with civil society participation to actualize the right to literature and education. The involvement of different levels of government and private institutions is crucial in providing equitable access to Iiterary works and other forms of expression. The main references used for the construction of this present work are authored by Antonio Candido, François Ost, José Afonso da Silva, George Orwell, among others.