Uma República em Salvador by JP Norte de Mello, Brazilian Portuguese graded reader at CEFR B1
A Brazilian Portuguese graded reader

Uma República
em Salvador 2

Stories told on your level.

A warm and engaging story about friendship, cultural differences and everyday life in a shared house in Salvador. Follow Klaus and his housemates as they explore a new city, new relationships and what it means to belong.

B1 CEFR Level
Intermediate
▤ A complete story
With vocabulary support
◎ A vivid setting
Salvador, Bahia

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Build your vocabulary

Natural language at the right level, with helpful vocabulary lists.

Improve your reading

Grow your confidence with a complete, engaging story.

Discover Brazilian culture

Experience everyday life, friendships and the vibrant city of Salvador.

For independent learners and classrooms

Perfect for self-study and language courses.

About the book

When Klaus arrives in Salvador to study anthropology, he expects university, books and long walks through the city. Instead, he finds himself in a shared house with an unforgettable group of housemates.

Together they navigate daily life, cultural differences, friendship, love and the challenges of living in a new country. With its lively setting, authentic characters and contemporary themes, Uma República em Salvador offers an entertaining and insightful look at modern life in Bahia.

Klaus overlooking Salvador, Bahia, with its colourful historic buildings, bay and twin-towered church

Meet the characters

Klaus, a young German student overlooking Salvador

Klaus

A German student trying to find his place in Salvador.

Mateo, an Argentine cook

Mateo

An Argentine cook who loves food, football and good conversation.

Lena, a young woman in Salvador

Lena

A German student navigating life, study and a new culture.

Kiluanji, an Angolan artist overlooking Salvador

Kiluanji

An Angolan artist who observes the city and its people.

Dona Ilma, the house owner

Dona Ilma

The house owner with a firm voice, a kind heart and clear rules.

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Colourful streets of Salvador, Bahia, overlooking the blue bay

What you’ll find inside

  • A complete story in Brazilian Portuguese at CEFR B1 level
  • Footnotes with selected vocabulary
  • Clear and natural language
  • Cultural notes and explanations
  • Comprehension questions with answer key
  • English translation, if included in this edition

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