Format:
1 Online-Ressource (300 p)
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cm
ISBN:
9798400621154
Series Statement:
ABC-CLIO's global studies series
Content:
Brazil: A Global Studies Handbook provides an easy-to-access, multifaceted introduction to the world's fifth largest nation--a staggeringly diverse region, socially and geographically, that remains relatively unknown even as it becomes increasingly important on the world stage. Brazil offers an expert chronological narrative summary of over five centuries of South America's largest country--from the days of early Portuguese exploration to President Luiz Inc̀io Lula da Silva's reelection. In addition, it provides a richly informative section of alphabetically organized entries covering important Brazilian people, places, and events. For readers both new to Brazil or researching specific aspects of its unique history, complex politics, heavyweight economy, and vibrant culture, this is the volume with which to begin
Note:
Contrasts the Portuguese colonial experience and lasting influence with the experiences of neighbor nations
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Includes maps of the early division of South America, modern Brazil's regions and states, and comparative views of Brazil's size to that of Europe as well as photographs of slave conditions, early transportation of coffee, famous leaders, indigenous peoples, the Amazon rainforest, and more
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Presents Brazil's complicated political system and its enormous economy in a comprehensive format using language accessible to all readers
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Provides a glossary of terms from Brazil's history to contemporary times, defining terms such as estado novo, bureaucratic authoritarianism, Tropicalismo, and Capoeira
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Provides a wide-ranging introduction to Brazilian society and culture, from the varieties of people that make up the contemporary population to discussions of religion, women's issues, education, and the arts
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Includes bibliographical references and index
Additional Edition:
ISBN 9798216055822
Additional Edition:
ISBN 9781851099962
Additional Edition:
ISBN 9781851099955
Language:
English
DOI:
10.5040/9798400621154
