A Brief History of Brazil
Author: Teresa A. Meade
Publisher: Infobase Publishing
Published: 2014-05-14
Total Pages: 303
ISBN-13: 1438108214
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Author: Teresa A. Meade
Publisher: Infobase Publishing
Published: 2014-05-14
Total Pages: 303
ISBN-13: 1438108214
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Author: Boris Fausto
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Published: 2014-08-11
Total Pages: 485
ISBN-13: 1107036208
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe second edition of A Concise History of Brazil features a new chapter that covers the critical time period from 1990 to the present, focusing on Brazil's increasing global economic importance as well as its continued democratic development.
Author: Colin M. MacLachlan
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Published: 2003
Total Pages: 292
ISBN-13: 9780842051231
DOWNLOAD EBOOKOver time, Brazil has evolved into a well-defined nation with a strong sense of identity. From the natural beauty of the Amazon River to the exciting resort city of Rio de Janeiro, from soccer champion Pele to classical musician Villa Lobos, Brazil is known as a distinctive, diverse country. It is recognized worldwide for its World Cup soccer team, samba music, dancing, and celebrations of Carnival. This book provides a well-rounded, brief history of Brazil that uniquely focuses on both the politics and culture of the republic. Colin MacLachlan uses a political narrative to frame the evolution of national culture and the formation of national identity. He evaluates Brazilian myths, stereotypes, and icons such as soccer and dancing as part of the historical analysis. Brazil's history is presented from its colonial roots to the present, showing how the country developed its economic and social base, then struggled to modernize and secure a respected world role. Key issues are examined: immigration, slavery and race, territorial expansion, the military, and technology and industrialization. The integration of cultural material enriches the text. It provides handy points for classroom discussion and will help students remember particular aspects Brazil's history. The book includes fascinating side-bars on various aspects of Brazilian culture, including Copacabana Beach and the rain forests. A History of Modern Brazil will inform and entertain students in courses on Brazil and modern Latin America.
Author: Gordon Kerr
Publisher: Pocket Essentials
Published: 2014
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9781843441960
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA history, examining the events that have led to Brazil's ascendancy, looking at the indigenous peoples who populated the territory until its discovery in 1500 AD and chronicling the tempestuous centuries since, leading to the recent economic miracle. It covers the three centuries of Portuguese colonial rule when sugar became the main export, produced by millions of African slaves. Brazil declared independence from Portugal as a monarchy in 1822, subsequently replaced by a republic in 1889. The book details the pattern of boom and bust in the Brazil economy since then.
Author: David Robbins
Publisher:
Published: 2019-11-18
Total Pages: 74
ISBN-13: 9781709219375
DOWNLOAD EBOOKDiscover the incredible story behind the world's fifth-largest country. Home of the Amazon rainforest, and imbued with a rich culture, history, and people, Brazil has a fascinating origin story stretching back hundreds of years. From the diverse ecology and the thousands of tribes in its pre-colonial state, to the arrival of the Portuguese and its journey to where it is now, this book offers a detailed and profound insight into the story of Brazil. Covering their economy and natural resources, rich environment, and the conflicts which mark their history, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in world history, South America, and the origins of the world's fifth-largest country. Buy now to uncover the story behind Brazil today, you will be shocked by some of the stories!
Author: Larry Rohter
Publisher: Macmillan
Published: 2012-02-28
Total Pages: 305
ISBN-13: 0230120733
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA fabled country with a reputation for danger, romance and intrigue, Brazil has transformed itself in the past decade. This title, written by the go-to journalist on Brazil, intimately portrays a country of contradictions, a country of passion and above all a country of immense power.
Author: John Armitage
Publisher:
Published: 1836
Total Pages: 402
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Published: 1954
Total Pages: 105
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Publisher:
Published: 1819
Total Pages: 982
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DOWNLOAD EBOOKIncludes a history of the entire region between the La Plata and the Amazon rivers, to the year 1808.
Author: Boris Fausto
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Published: 1999-04-28
Total Pages: 380
ISBN-13: 9780521565264
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA comprehensive and readable account of 500 years of Brazilian history.