| Edition |
First edition. |
| Description |
289 pages : map ; 25 cm |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages [281]-282) and index. |
| Contents |
The "country of the future" reveals itself -- A history of booms and busts -- Sin and salvation south of the equator -- The myth of a racial paradise -- The tropical lifestyle -- Creativity, culture, and "cannibalism" -- Industrial giant, agricultural superpower -- Energy to burn : petroleum, ethanol, and hydropower -- The Amazon : nationalism and paranoia in the jungle -- Becoming a "serious country" -- Politics after Lula and FHC. |
| Summary |
An alluring land famous for samba, soccer, supermodels, and stunning tropical beaches, Brazil was described as "paradise on earth" by its first Portuguese explorers. Its annual Carnival is known the world over for its Dionysian revelry, and its Amazon rainforest is considered one of the planet's most precious resources. Yet two decades ago Brazil had a crippling debt and was emerging from a military dictatorship. Today Brazil is not only the world's eighth largest economy with a vibrant democracy, and may soon be a major energy exporter. Here, New York Times Rio bureau chief Larry Rohter gives us the definitive look at the country's amazing rebirth, through interviews with every important political, business, cultural, and religious leader on the scene, delivering a sharp and fresh account of the country's rapid and radical changes.--From publisher description. |
| Subject |
Brazil -- Politics and government -- 2003-
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Brazil -- Social life and customs -- 21st century.
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Brazil -- Social conditions -- 1985-
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Social change -- Brazil -- History -- 21st century.
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Brazil -- Economic conditions -- 1985-
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Interviews -- Brazil.
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| ISBN |
9780230618879 |
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0230618871 |
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