Its indigenous peoples African influences and colonial history give Brazil a unique cultural flare. Samba music and Carnival celebrations the subtle flabors of Bahia and the robust pleasure of barbecue the gritty favelas of Rio and the sandy beaches of Copacabana - these sites sounds and traditions are all celebrated in this volume on Brazil's customs and culture.
Covering history and religion family and friends food and drink school and work arts and entertainment and cities towns and the countryside Tradition Culture and Daily Life Major Nations in a Global World explores what makes key countries unique magnets for the world's fascination.