A History of Modern Brazil (Paperback)

Colin M. MacLachlan

ISBN 10: 0842051236 / ISBN 13: 9780842051231

Verlag: Rowman & Littlefield, Lanham, MD, 1993

Beschreibung

Paperback. 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 Pel- 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. From the natural beauty of the Amazon River to the exciting resort city of Rio de Janeiro, from soccer champion Pel to classical musician Villa Lobos, Brazil is known as a distinctive, diverse country. This book provides a brief history of Brazil that focuses on both the politics and culture of the republic. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.

Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9780842051231

Bibliografische Details

• Titel: A History of Modern Brazil (Paperback)
• Verlag: Rowman & Littlefield, Lanham, MD
• Erscheinungsjahr: 1993
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN-10: 0842051236
• ISBN-13: 9780842051231
• Einband: Paperback
• Zustand: new

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Inhaltsangabe

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 Pelé 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.

Über die Autorin bzw. den Autor

Colin M. MacLachlan is the John Christy Barr Distinguished Professor of History at Tulane University and former chair of the history department. He is the author of numerous books and articles on a wide range of Latin American topics.