Brazil is one of the four new global super powers with its vast natural resources & burgeoning industries. Half a continent in size & a potent mix of races, religions & cultures, of unexplored wildernesses & bustling modern cities, it is also one of the few countries Michael Palin has never fully travelled. With the next Olympics to be held in Rio in 2016 & the World Cup in Brazil in 2014, international attention will be on the country as never before. Michael Palin`s timely book & series take a closer look at a remarkable new force on the world scene. From the Venezuelan border & the forests of the Lost World, where he encounters the Yanomami tribe & their ongoing territorial war with the gold miners, Michael Palin explores this vast & disparate nation in his inimitable way. He journeys into the heart of the Amazon rainforest. He travels down the north-east coast to meet the descendants of African slaves with their vibrant culture of rituals, festivals & music. He visits the shanty towns of Rio & the beaches of Copacabana & Ipanema. He goes to Sao Paolo, where the rich commute by helicopter. He travels south to meet German & Japanese communities, meets supermodels in the making & wealthy gauchos in the Pantanal before ending his journey at the spectacular Iguacu Falls. ...

Set against a backdrop of breathtaking natural beauty, Brazil's striking Modernist architecture has long garnered international acclaim. But these well-known works are not fully reflective of the built environment of Brazil, & in this volume, Richard Williams unearths the surprisingly rich & influential architectural heritage of Brazil. Spanning the period from the 1930s to the present, Williams focuses on key issues such as the use of historic architecture, the importance of leisure & luxury, the role of the favela as a backdrop & inspiration for development, the growth of cities, & the legacy of Brazil's Modernist architecture. He examines the variety of Modernist works in Brazil, including those by renowned architects such as Niemeyer & Costa & many others, including Roberto Burle Marx, Vilanova Artigas, Lina Bo Bardi, the Arquitectura Nova group & Paolo Mendes da Rocha. Williams also focuses on more recent buildings by architects including Jaime Lerner, Joao Filgueiras Lima & Ruy Ohtake & considers the future of Modernist architecture in Brazil. From the designated world heritage site of Brasilia, a capital city that was planned from the ground up, to the installation work of artists such as Helio Oiticica, Brazil explores in depth the origins & complex meaning of Brazil's architectural Modernism. At a moment when the role of Latin America in global business & culture is growing in importance & attention, Brazil is an essential read for all scholars of architecture & Latin American history. ...

The Samba, the carnival, soccer, & the beaches of Rio de Janeiro. For years, this has been how the world saw Brazil (with its area of 3, 286, 469 square miles): beautiful girls, music & the city of Rio protected by the statue of Christ giving His blessing from the top of a mountain. But Brazil is no longer like that; or rather, it`s more than that. Like all the South American countries, it has gone through a period of military dictatorship & been humiliated by unprecedented social inequality, but the Gentle Giant has now raised its head & reacted. Nowadays, despite the death squads, the street children, the favelas (cities of the destitute in cities of the rich) & the disgraceful distribution of wealth, things are beginning to change. Artists, intellectuals & politicians are endeavouring to construct a new Brazil, embarking on the difficult task of economic & social reorganisation. As demonstrated by the magnificent photos in this book, one aspect of the reconstruction is the preservation of a unique cultural & environmental heritage, ranging from the colonial towns of Minas Gerais to the endless Amazon rain forest, from Brasilia, monumental city of the modern era, to Salvador de Bahia, whose ancient splendour is being recovered as a result of restoration work still in progress, from the Amerindians of the forest to the hundreds of races (European, African, Asian, Arab, etc.) who live in the country
- a long voyage that began one fine morning in April 1500 with the arrival of the Portuguese explorer Pedro Alvares Cabral.
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One of the most dynamic economic & cultural forces of the twenty-first century, Brazil is a remarkable country of diversity & character, with a forward-looking ethos that has ensured its status as a superpower. Combining the natural beauty of the rainforest, the remote territories of its indigenous peoples, the exhilarating mix of cultures to be found on the city streets & the country`s fascinating history, BRAZIL explores
- in six themed & exquisitely illustrated chapters
- every facet of the background & contemporary culture of this remarkable nation. In the accompanying text from Lonely Planet travel writer & expert in Brazilian culture, Regis St. Louis, & foreword from editor-in-chief of National Geographic Brazil, Matthew Shirts, we are authoritatively guided through the earthly paradises of the Amazon & sublime beaches of Bahia, to the Modernist architectural masterpieces of Oscar Niemeyer & the samba rhythms & exotic costumes of carnival, exploring the unique mix of cultures that are the make-up of modern Brazil.BRAZIL is the ultimate guide to South America`s largest & most influential country, which will be at the centre of the world`s attention when it hosts the 2014 FIFA World Cup & the 2016 Olympics.

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Beautiful, vibrant, exuberant & welcoming, Brazil is truly a country to explore. From the miles of pristine & often deserted beaches along the coast to the mighty virgin forest of the Amazon, from the charm of cobbled colonial towns to the urban excitement of its busy metropolises, this guidebook will help you make the most of your visit to this magnificent country. Great coverage of the top activities & sights in the country, including carnivals, wildlife & waterfalls. Loaded with information & suggestions on how to get off the beaten track, from birdwatching in the rainforest to unforgettable beaches.
Includes: comprehensive information on everything from transport & practicalities to history, culture & landscape. Plus all the usual accommodation, eating & drinking listings for every budget. Full-colour planning section to inspire you & help you find the best experiences From the iconic sights of Rio de Janeiro to the powerful, tumbling waters of Iguacu Falls.
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From the wild carnivales of Rio de Janeiro to the wild depths of the Amazon jungle, Brazil`s best writers guide you along Brazil`s literary landscape. Brazil is the largest & arguably the most dynamic country in South America. Here is a collection of forty stories drawn from all corners of that vast land: the Amazon, the Northeast, the Central West, & the South, as well as from Brazil`s two dominant cities, Sao Paulo & Rio de Janeiro. Avoiding the pitfalls of a scholarly tome, Brazil strives to be eclectic & electric. There is jungle & sea & city, nature & magic, humour & tragedy, brutality & delicacy, sex & violence. The oldest story, ” The Wallet, ” by Machado de Assis, was written at the end of the nineteenth century. The newest stories, by Moacyr Scliar, Pena Cabreira, & Paula Parisot, were written especially for this collection. Some are brief vignettes, sketches, or passages of poetic prose, others more traditional in structure. But all of the tales included in this anthology carry a punch. Although some of the greatest figures of Brazilian modern fiction are represented
- such as Machado de Assis, Jorge Amado, Clarice Lispector, Simoes Lopes Neto, Dalton Trevisan, Rubem Fonseca, & Moacyr Scliar
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Includes:: relative newcomers such as Luiz A.G. Cancello & Fred Goes.



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Brazil at 1:4, 000, 000 from Marco Polo Travel Publishing with special features to aid route planning, plus an extensive index which

Includes:: natural features such as rivers or mountain chains, & separate lists of World Heritage Sites & national parks.A fold-out extension of the map cover gives at-a-glance overview of the whole area covered by the map with the adjoining regions, highlighting main places of interest & making it much easier to find various localities on the main map and/or plan a route. A set of seven peel-on/peel-off stickers, removable without damaging the map, is provided to make routes or locations more prominent when navigating. The south-eastern tip of the country beyond Florianópolis is presented as an inset which

Includes:: the whole of Uruguay. The map also covers the whole of Bolivia & Paraguay, as indicated on our coverage image. Cartography is from the renowned German publishers Mair Dumont. Topography is shown by relief shading with spot heights & plenty of names of mountain ranges, plateaux, etc. Wetlands & marshes along the Amazon Basin or in the Mato Grosso are marked. Brazil’s river network is presented in great detail, with names of numerous tributaries of the Amazon & rivers in other parts of the country. Locations of interest are prominently highlighted, with separate colouring for towns or villages & for natural sites such as national parks. Numerous other protected areas & Indian Reservations are also marked. Adjoining areas of other countries are similarly presented. Road network varies according to the density population &

Includes:: in more remote areas local tracks. Driving distances are given on main highways & many connecting routes. Railways lines, local airports & aerodromes, state boundaries & time zones are shown. The map has latitude & longitude lines at intervals of 2º. Multilingual map legend

Includes:: English. Extensive index, covering both Brazil & the neighbouring countries, is in a separate 56-page booklet attached to the map cover & lists town & villages plus natural

Features: rivers, lakes, mountains, etc. Also provided for the whole area are a separate list of World Heritage Sites & an extensive list of national parks, plus a distance table for Brazilian cities with foreign capitals.









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Brazil in the Culture Smart range of pocket-sized guide books; providing detailed information on local customs, culture, etiquette & manners & ensuring that visitors are prepared for a diverse range of social environments. The series covers an extensive number of countries worldwide & are designed both for those working & living abroad, as well as for visitors who do not want to offend, either intentionally or inadvertently. Their aim is to prevent readers from making embarrassing mistakes & feel confident in unfamiliar situations, while preparing them before arrival on what to expect & how to behave. Each guide is arranged thematically, with dedicated individual chapters on land & people, values & attitudes, customs & traditions, making friends, people at home, ...

Brazil in the Culture Smart range of pocket-sized guide books; providing detailed information on local customs, culture, etiquette & manners & ensuring that visitors are prepared for a diverse range of social environments. The series covers an extensive number of countries worldwide & are designed both for those working & living abroad, as well as for visitors who do not want to offend, either intentionally or inadvertently. Their aim is to prevent readers from making embarrassing mistakes & feel confident in unfamiliar situations, while preparing them before arrival on what to expect & how to behave. Each guide is arranged thematically, with dedicated individual chapters on land & people, values & attitudes, customs & traditions, making friends, people at home, ‘time-out’, travelling & communicating. There is also a separate chapter for business travelers, with important information on subjects such as business culture, meetings & making appointments. A Further Reading section also offers a list of recommended other history, travel literature & language titles available on the country. ...

An eclectic nation that evokes images of vibrant carnivals, crowded shanty towns & football on the beach. Shaped by its many cultures, the Portuguese, African, Indian & European communities have ensured the evolution of a colourful, diverse population. John Malathronas fell prey to Brazil ...