Brazil Today [2 volumes]

Brazil Today [2 volumes]
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Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Total Pages : 816
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ISBN-10 : 9780313346736
ISBN-13 : 0313346739
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Book Synopsis Brazil Today [2 volumes] by : John J. Crocitti

Download or read book Brazil Today [2 volumes] written by John J. Crocitti and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2011-12-12 with total page 816 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For students, business people, government officials, artists, and tourists—in short, anyone traveling to or wishing to know more about contemporary Brazil—this is an essential resource. The two-volume Brazil Today: An Encyclopedia of Life in the Republic is an introductory work intended for those in search of basic information about Brazilian institutions, businesses, social issues, and culture. At the same time, it is a work that reflects the nation's geographic, demographic, economic, and cultural diversity. The wide-reaching encyclopedia offers an entry for each Brazilian state with information about the land, climate, economy, and culture. It also offers extensive coverage of the country's political parties and leaders, its governmental and non-governmental organizations, and the environmental issues and social problems that shape Brazilian politics today. In addition, the work pays considerable attention to the economy and business through entries on industry, agriculture, commerce, banking, and economic policies. Finally, there are entries that illuminate various aspects of Brazil's culture, including the nation's social movements, religion, education, music, cuisine, and literature, as well as personalities from sports and entertainment.


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