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The following were read and provided material used in connection with the writing of this novel. Not all sources consulted are listed.

Any errors in the novel are the sole responsibility of the author.



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www.wikipedia.org pages in English and Portuguese pages translated were accessed in the writing of this novel though with skepticism and verification to other sources.New Paragraph

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