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Duke University Press - The Rio de Janeiro Reader History Book

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Explore the deep history of Brazil through The Rio de Janeiro Reader. Published by Duke University Press, this volume covers over 450 years of evolution, tracing the city from its beginnings as a colonial outpost and strategic port to its current status as a global economic and cultural capital. This book provides a unique look at the voices and experiences that shaped the city. It features a wide variety of primary sources, including many that are appearing in English for the first time. Readers can examine a diverse collection of materials such as government documents, journalism, speeches, and lyrics. Beyond text, the reader includes visual history through maps, engravings, and photographs. Whether you are studying South American politics, Brazilian culture, or urban history, this collection offers a comprehensive view of Rio de Janeiro's transformation into a modern center for entertainment and commerce.

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Spans over 450 years of Rio de Janeiro history, tracing its path from a colonial port to a modern global capital.

Includes many primary sources appearing in English for the first time, making them accessible to new readers.

Features a diverse mix of documents including government records, journalism, speeches, and lyrics.

Provides visual context through a collection of historical maps, engravings, and photographs.

Offers a multi-dimensional perspective using the voices, images, and experiences of those who shaped the city.

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hardcover
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Amazon UK
Release Date
25 December 2015
Listed Since
21 January 2015

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