A history of modern Brazil : the past against the future / Colin M. MacLachlan.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

MacLachlan, Colin M.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Brazil--History--1822-.

Brazil.

History.

Physical Description:

xxi, 262 pages : illustrations, map ; 24 cm

Place of Publication:

Wilmington, Del. : Scholarly Resources, [2003]

Summary:

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.

Contents:

Chapter 1 The Imperial Experience 1

Pedro II in New Orleans 17

Chapter 2 Ascendant Republic 39

Copacabana Beach 59

Chapter 3 Republican Complexity 75

The Flying Brazilian: High Technology in the Belle Epoque 92

Chapter 4 The Vargas Regime and Its Legacy 107

Chapter 5 Under Army Command 139

Chapter 6 Resurrection 163

Rain Forest Pharmaceuticals: Who Should Benefit? 193

Chapter 7 Brazil in the New Century 199

Toyota Confronts the Brazil Cost 215

Chapter 8 The Historical Trajectory 227.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references (pages 243-247) and index.

ISBN:

0842051228

0842051236

OCLC:

51454490