Canaan is a novel written by Brazilian writer Graca Aranha, originally published in 1902 and later translated into English in 1920. The story is set in the city of Rio de Janeiro during the early 20th century and follows the life of a young man named Nilo Argolo, who is torn between his desire to live a life of luxury and his moral convictions. As Nilo navigates the complex social and cultural landscape of Rio de Janeiro, he encounters a variety of...