The History of BrazilBloomsbury Academic, 30. nov 1999 - 208 pages Brazil is a vast, complex country with great potential but an uneven history. This engaging study will introduce readers to the history of Brazil from its origins to today. It emphasizes current issues and problems, including the country's return to democracy after more than two decades of harsh military rule and the economic consequences of adopting free-market policies as part of the creation of the global marketplace. Levine, a noted Brazilianist, explains the legacy of slavery on race relations, the stubborn persistence of barriers to upward mobility, and the characteristics of Brazil's exuberant culture. The author draws not only from a broad array of traditional sources but from oral histories and postings on the Internet. |
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... Pedro I First Brazilian constitution Pedro I abdicates Outbreak of regionalist revolt in Rio Grande do Sul Pedro II ascends to the throne Rio Grande do Sul revolt suppressed by Caixias Revolt of Confederation of the Equator 1824 1831 ...
... PEDRO II By mid - century , the Empire of Brazil achieved a stable organization that would survive for another four decades . Pedro II , declared to be of age to govern when he turned fifteen , started a long and seemingly un- troubled ...
... Pedro II won the battle but lost the war : after 1874 , the church withdrew its support , which had been taken for granted , of the monarchy . The monarchy invested in education , but only for the sons of the elite . Daughters were ...
Contents
An Earthly Paradise | 1 |
Early Brazil 15001822 | 31 |
Independence and Empire 18221889 | 55 |
Copyright | |
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