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Brazil - Culture and Politics in a New Industrial Powerhouse (Paperback)
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Myths and misconceptions about Brazil, the world's fifth largest
and most populous country, are long-standing. Far from a sleeping
giant, Brazil is the southern hemisphere's most important country.
Entering its second decade of civilian constitutional government
after a protracted period of military rule, it has also recently
achieved sustained economic growth. Nevertheless, the nation's
population of 157 million is divided by huge inequities in income
and education, which are largely correlated with race, and crime
rates have spiraled as a result of conflicts over land and
resources. Ronald Schneider, a close observer of Brazilian society
and politics for many decades, provides a comprehensive
multidimensional portrait of this, Latin America's most complex
country. He begins with an insightful description of its diverse
regions and then analyzes the historical processes of Brazil's
development from the European encounter in 1500 to independence in
1822, the middle-class revolution in 1930, the military takeover in
1964, and the return to democracy after 1984. Schneider goes on to
offer a detailed treatment of contemporary government and politics,
including the 1994 elections. His closing chapters analyze the
economy and society, and explore Brazil's rich cultural heritage
and assess Brazil's place in the international arena.
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Imprint: |
WestviewPress
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Country of origin: |
United States |
Release date: |
February 1996 |
First published: |
February 1996 |
Authors: |
Ronald M. Schneider
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Dimensions: |
229 x 152 x 21mm (L x W x T) |
Format: |
Paperback
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Pages: |
272 |
ISBN-13: |
978-0-8133-2437-1 |
Categories: |
Books >
Social sciences >
Politics & government >
General
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LSN: |
0-8133-2437-8 |
Barcode: |
9780813324371 |
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