ESPERTEZAS DE JOÃO GRILO:

ANÁLISE COMPARATIVA DE FOLHETOS E SUGESTÕES PARA A SALA DE AULA

Abstract

This work aims to reflect on some representations of the character João Grilo in cordel literature. The primary texts analyzed are As Proezas de João Grilo by João Ferreira de Lima and João Grilo e a Caveira Falante by Zeca Pereira, both of which depict the character as someone who uses his cleverness and cunning to outwit authorities and navigate challenging situations. To support our analysis of the verses, we explore the concept of the rogue, drawing on theoretical perspectives from authors such as Maravall (1986), Neto (2014), Topa (1995), and González (1988). An interpretative reading from cordels in which we interpret how João Grilo displays characteristics associated with this archetype. Considering the application of cordel literature in the classroom, we propose some teaching strategies aimed at developing readers, based on the book O Cordel no Cotidiano Escolar by Marinho and Pinheiro (2012). Furthermore, we present reflections on comparative literature - understood as a detailed study of a given text - drawing on the definitions and approaches of Carvalhal (2006), and Brunel, Pichois and Rousseau (1990), among others.