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Book SynopsisTrade Review“A knowledgeable overview of [a] vast, vibrant country . . . a thorough study deeply informed by on-the-ground reporting.”—
Kirkus Reviews * Kirkus Reviews *
‘Until now, there has been no concise English-language history of Brazil – vastness has perhaps overwhelmed previous attempts. Michael Reid’s
Brazil fills the gap with a valuable study likely to remain a well-thumbed reference for years. . .His clear, deeply researched account reaches back 500 years to identify three broad themes that continue to shape Brazil’s development.’—John Paul Rathbone,
The Financial Times -- Michael Reid * Financial Times *
‘Perfectly timed for the World Cup, Reid’s book is highly readable and scholarly. His subtle analysis is captured in a subtitle that makes clear that Brazil is both an emerging world power and a nation with deep-seated problems rooted in its colonial past, slavery and official paternalism.’—Gideon Rachman,
The Financial Times -- Gideon Rachman * The Financial Times *
“A rich, detailed account of Brazil’s tug-of-war between hope and disappointment”—Marcos Troyjo,
Americas Quarterly -- Marcos Troyjo * Americas Quarterly *
“This compelling account of the country’s history . . . represents the most thoughtful and balanced recent assessment of Brazil’s enormous triumphs and crushing failures, and of what lies ahead.”—Peter Hakim,
Foreign Affairs -- Peter Hakim * Foreign Affairs *
