The History of Brazil (Greenwood Histories of the Modern Nations

by Robert M. Levine

Brazil is a vast, complex country with great potential but an uneven history. This concise one-volume history will introduce readers to the history of Brazil from its origins to today. It emphasizes current affairs, including Brazil's return to democracy after more than two decades of military rule, and the economic consequences of adopting free-market policies as part of the creation of the global marketplace. The history of Brazil unfolds in narrative chronological chapters beginning with the Portuguese conquest and continues up to the present day.

"Levine's book is a good starting point for anyone interested in moving beyond the popular conception of Brazil as the land of Carnival and samba." - Publishers Weekly

Genres: History, Brazil, The Americas

256 pages, Paperback

First published November 30, 1999

About the author

Robert M. Levine was Gabelli Senior Scholar in the Arts and Sciences, Director of Latin American Studies, and professor of history at the University of Miami.

Reviews

[Trina · Rating 2 out of 5]

Very academic look at the history of Brazil from a US Professor. The last chapter offers some advice to the country on how to become a true player in the world economic arena. Published in 1999, it seems archaic as so much has changed in Brazil in 14 years. A bit dry, but accurate and seemingly unbiased. I learned some interesting things that I didn't already know.

[Rudi Opperman · Rating 3 out of 5]

Condensed history of a hugh country that not many people in the West would know about. It’s all about the variety of people, types of environment, political systems, human rights and Brazil’s relationship with the rest of the world.

[Sharon · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have always been interested in Brazil and I always wanted to go so learning about it was very interesting and I can't wait to go one day.

[Erik · Rating 1 out of 5]

unreadable, like a high school report, giving fact after fact until sleep is achieved