150 Years After Mikhail Bakunin's Death, Anarchism Lives On, Though Timidly, in Brazil

One hundred and fifty years after the death of Mikhail Bakunin, a foundational figure of anarchism, the ideology continues to resonate, albeit in a more subdued form, within Brazil.

Bakunin, a towering personality in both physical and historical stature, passed away on July 1, 1876, in Bern, Switzerland. His burial was marked by a touch of dark humor from local gravediggers, commenting on the size of the grave for the man who championed radical social and political change.

Despite its historical significance and Bakunin's pivotal role, anarchism's public presence in Brazil today is described as timid. Yet, the article suggests that the core ideas of challenging authority and advocating for self-governance persist, finding echoes in various social movements and intellectual circles. The enduring, though quiet, presence of anarchist thought highlights its lasting impact on political discourse.