The poem explores the theme of prostitution and the objectification of women. It describes a whore who has lost her identity and humanity, reduced to a mere commodity for men's pleasure. The speaker reflects on the societal factors that led to her downfall, including poverty, exploitation, and patriarchal oppression. Through vivid imagery and stark language, the poem conveys a sense of despair, hopelessness, and moral decay.
By Carlos Drummond de Andrade · First published 1968 · Genre: Literary Fiction, Erotic Literature, Psychological Fiction