In 1985, Elisa Lispector, Clarice's sister, wrote a dedication.

• Book with a dedication from Elisa Lispector, Clarice Lispector's sister, to Ilma Roque da Silva.
• Book title: The Tiger of Bengal .
• In Portuguese.
• Good condition, some damp stains.
• Unique piece.

For Ilma Roque da Silva,
very affectionately,
Elisa Lispector
Rio, Dec. 85

Elisa was Clarice Lispector's older sister, with whom she shared a childhood marked by exile and the hardships of immigration. The two followed distinct literary paths, but maintained a relationship of mutual respect and affection. Elisa always recognized her sister's extraordinary talent, without ever feeling inferior, and Clarice also valued the seriousness of Elisa's work. Although they distanced themselves emotionally in adulthood—partly due to very different personalities—both expressed admiration for each other in interviews and letters. The story of the two sisters is a unique chapter in Brazilian literature, showing how two such different voices can coexist and enrich the country's cultural landscape.

Throughout her career, Elisa published novels and short stories marked by clear and sensitive language, addressing themes such as exile, identity, immigration, and the female condition. Her first novel, In Exile (1948), was well-received by critics and paved the way for a solid literary trajectory. Works such as Midnight Patrol and The Bengal Tiger show an engaged author with a strong social conscience and profound human empathy. Despite having lived on the fringes of the mainstream spotlight, Elisa built an important body of work that is now beginning to be rediscovered and valued.

A rare dedication, perfect for collectors who admire Clarice Lispector or for readers passionate about Brazilian literature who wish to discover talented and little-explored voices that go beyond the obvious. The handwriting of the two sisters is quite similar.