A History of Modern Brazil: The Past Against the Future : The Past Against the Future (Latin American Silhouettes S.)
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Book Description
Over 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. 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. A History of Modern Brazil will inform and entertain students in courses on Brazil and modern Latin America.
About the Author
Colin M. MacLachlan is the author of several books on Latin America, including Anarchism and the Mexican Revolution and Spain's Empire in the New World. He is John Christy Barr Distinguished Professor of History at Tulane University and has taught extensively on the history of Brazil and the environmental history of Latin America.
A History of Modern Brazil: The Past Against the Future (Latin American Silhouettes S.),Colin M. MacLachlan,SR Books,0842051236,1822-,Brazil,History,History - General History,History: World,Latin America - South America,World - General,American history,History / Latin America
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