Abstract

This paper seeks to discuss the specificities of the dystopian genre in Brazil, analysing its singularities in the formation of dreadful societies and the use of fantastic elements in the elaboration and denouement of these narratives in the Brazilian context. For such purpose, this paper examines the novels: Dorri (2009) by Rafael Silva, Supernova: O encantador de flechas (2015) by Renan Carvalho and Sombras de Reis Barbudos (1972) by José J. Veiga. The analysis is informed by contributions made by Causo (2003), Marks de Marques (2014), Matangrano (2013; 2014) and Suvin (1972). This paper aims to contribute to the study of Brazilian literature and the dystopian genre, which has become especially relevant in recent decades and has provided a new framework for (re)reading such texts.

Keywords:
dystopia; fantastic in Brazil; science fiction