Culture And Customs Of Brazil

Author : George Woodyard
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 217 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2003-06-30
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780313089534

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Culture and Customs of Brazil by George Woodyard Pdf

Race, religion, language, culture, and national character are full of contradictions. Brazil, the largest country in South America, embodies so much paradox that it defies neat description. This book will help students and general readers dispel stereotypes of Brazil and begin to understand what country's bigness means in terms of its land, people, history, society, and cultural expressions. This is the only authoritative yet accessible volume on Brazil that surveys a wide range of important topics, from geography, to social customs, art, architecture, and more. Highlights include discussions of the fluid definitions of race, rituals of candomble, the importance of extended family networks, beach culture, and soccer madness. A chronology and glossary supplement the text.

Author : Jon Stephen Vincent
Publisher : Greenwood
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2003-06-30
Category : History
ISBN : UOM:39015059295769

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Culture and Customs of Brazil by Jon Stephen Vincent Pdf

Brazil, the largest country in South America, embodies so much paradox that it defies neat description. This book will help students and general readers dispel stereotypes of Brazil and begin to understand what country's "bigness" means in terms of its land, people, history, society, and cultural expressions.

Author : Sandra Branco,Rob Williams
Publisher : Bravo Limited
Page : 153 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2010-05-04
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781857335361

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Brazil - Culture Smart! by Sandra Branco,Rob Williams Pdf

Culture Smart! provides essential information on attitudes, beliefs and behavior in different countries, ensuring that you arrive at your destination aware of basic manners, common courtesies, and sensitive issues. These concise guides tell you what to expect, how to behave, and how to establish a rapport with your hosts. This inside knowledge will enable you to steer clear of embarrassing gaffes and mistakes, feel confident in unfamiliar situations, and develop trust, friendships, and successful business relationships. Culture Smart! offers illuminating insights into the culture and society of a particular country. It will help you to turn your visit-whether on business or for pleasure-into a memorable and enriching experience. Contents include * customs, values, and traditions * historical, religious, and political background * life at home * leisure, social, and cultural life * eating and drinking * dos, don'ts, and taboos * business practices * communication, spoken and unspoken "Culture Smart has come to the rescue of hapless travellers." Sunday Times Travel "... the perfect introduction to the weird, wonderful and downright odd quirks and customs of various countries." Global Travel "...full of fascinating-as well as common-sense-tips to help you avoid embarrassing faux pas." Observer "...as useful as they are entertaining." Easyjet Magazine "...offer glimpses into the psyche of a faraway world." New York Times From the Trade Paperback edition.

Author : Sandra Branco,Culture Smart!
Publisher : Kuperard
Page : 171 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2023-09-28
Category : Reference
ISBN : 9781787023406

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Brazil - Culture Smart! by Sandra Branco,Culture Smart! Pdf

Don't just see the sights&―get to know the people. For many people, Brazil conjures up images of football, Carnaval, and fine coffee, but it's much more than beaches and bossa nova. If we had to choose one word to describe the country, it would probably be diversity. The variety of lifestyles, ethnic groups, landscapes, and climates Brazil encompasses is quite simply enormous. This guide provides you with a comprehensive introduction to everything you need to know. Jeitinho is how Brazilians deal creatively with life's everyday complications. Literally translated as a "little way," in practice it means that where there is a will there is also usually a way, regardless of the rules and regulations that may be in place. The jeitinho is so ingrained in daily life that you can see examples everywhere; managing to get a seat when all the places are booked up, traveling with more luggage than is allowed, or successfully ordering something that isn't even on the menu. Culture Smart! Brazil is your guide to understanding the Brazilian people, their values, and the complexities of their national identity. Familiarize yourself with their traditions, culture, and way of life and your experience in this beautiful and life-affirming country will be greatly enriched. Have a more meaningful and successful time abroad through a better understanding of the local culture. Chapters on values, attitudes, customs, and daily life will help you make the most of your visit, while tips on etiquette and communication will help you navigate unfamiliar situations and avoid faux pas.

Author : Molly Aloian
Publisher : Cultural Traditions in My Worl
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0778775909

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Cultural Traditions in Brazil by Molly Aloian Pdf

This fascinating book describes how native Brazilian and Portuguese traditions, beliefs, and rituals have combined into the holidays and festivals celebrated in Brazil today. Young readers will also learn how the Brazilian people celebrate family occasions.

Author : Volker Poelzl
Publisher : Marshall Cavendish International Asia Pte Ltd
Page : 354 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2009-11-15
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9789814435772

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CultureShock! Brazil by Volker Poelzl Pdf

CultureShock! Brazil dispels the preconceptions about this diverse dynamic country and reveals the beauty and character that is Brazil. Written in a personable style, the book touches on all aspects of Brazilian life presenting the reader with a balanced, realistic and useful guide. Be introduced to the friendly and outgoing Brazilian character and understand how to speak Brazilian. Socialising is key to life in Brazil, which is why CultureShock! Brazil is packed with information and advice on dealing with crowds, noise and learning to not only survive but enjoy the experience that is Brazil.

Author : Fernando de Azevedo
Publisher : New York : Macmillan
Page : 896 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 1950
Category : Brazil
ISBN : UOM:39015009001408

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Brazilian Culture by Fernando de Azevedo Pdf

Author : Elisa Macedo Dekaney,Joshua A. Dekaney
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 158 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2021-04-22
Category : Music
ISBN : 9780429537059

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Music at the Intersection of Brazilian Culture by Elisa Macedo Dekaney,Joshua A. Dekaney Pdf

Music at the Intersection of Brazilian Culture takes an interdisciplinary approach by utilizing several aspects of Brazilian music, race, and food as a window to understanding Brazilian culture, with music at the core. Through a holistic understanding of the Brazilian experience – exploring issues of race, colonization, sustainable development, and the contributions of the three distinct ethnic groups in the making of Brazil – the authors create a narrative based on their own recollection of memories, traditions, customs, sounds, and landscapes that they experienced in Brazil. Each engaging section begins with an overview of the topic that places it in historical context, and then focuses on each subtopic with a thorough presentation of the content as well as suggested activities that can be implemented in the classroom. The chapters conclude with a list of useful references, resources, and audio recording examples, which are available on Spotify, to present readers with a musical landscape of the folktales. These can be found online via the Routledge catalogue page for this book. This book is an essential resource for students and teachers of music and cultural studies, as it unpicks complex issues to help readers better understand and appreciate Brazilian culture.

Author : Azevedo Fernando de
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 1980
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:1414995815

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Brazilian Culture an Introduction to the Study of Culture in Brazil by Azevedo Fernando de Pdf

Author : Sandra Branco,Rob Williams
Publisher : Kuperard Pub
Page : 168 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : Reference
ISBN : 1857336895

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Brazil by Sandra Branco,Rob Williams Pdf

Compiled by experts who consult on world travel, a series of indispensable guides helps international business and leisure travelers avoid social blunders, explaining how to behave in specific social and business situations; outlining essential attitudes and values; and offering invaluable tips for making good impressions.

Author : Scott Ickes
Publisher : University Press of Florida
Page : 341 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2013-08-06
Category : History
ISBN : 9780813048383

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African-Brazilian Culture and Regional Identity in Bahia, Brazil by Scott Ickes Pdf

Examines how in the middle of the twentieth century, Bahian elites began to recognize African-Bahian cultural practices as essential components of Bahian regional identity. Previously, public performances of traditionally African-Bahian practices such as capoeira, samba, and Candomblé during carnival and other popular religious festivals had been repressed in favor of more European traditions.

Author : Nevin Otto Winter
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 552 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 1910
Category : Black people
ISBN : UOM:39015049016226

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Brazil and Her People of To-day by Nevin Otto Winter Pdf

Author : Guilherme Cardoso Dias Neto
Publisher : Independently Published
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2024-02-06
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9798876743800

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Brazil by Guilherme Cardoso Dias Neto Pdf

This book, "Brazil: A Mosaic of Colors and Cultures, " was born from the desire to share the stories, traditions, and beauties that shape the Brazilian identity. As you flip through these pages, readers will dive into the vibrant colors of Carnival, feel the contagious rhythm of samba, explore the nuances of regional cuisine, and discover the rich cultural tapestry that unites this vast territory. Our mission is to capture the essence of Brazil, offering an immersive experience that transcends borders. Each chapter is a unique journey, providing a deep insight into various regions, their customs, and traditions. Through detailed stories and captivating curiosities, we aim not only to inform but to inspire a deeper connection with the diversity and magic that make Brazil unique. In "Brazil: A Mosaic of Colors and Cultures," we invite you to embark on 6 this journey, where Brazilian culture unfolds in every word and image. Whether you're a curious explorer or invitation to celebrate the richness and authenticity of Brazil. Let's start this exciting journey together?

Author : William Scully
Publisher : Kessinger Publishing
Page : 416 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2009-02
Category : History
ISBN : 1104077043

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Brazil, Its Provinces and Chief Cities by William Scully Pdf

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.

Author : James N. Green,Victoria Langland,Lilia Moritz Schwarcz
Publisher : Duke University Press
Page : 688 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2018-12-07
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9780822371793

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The Brazil Reader by James N. Green,Victoria Langland,Lilia Moritz Schwarcz Pdf

From the first encounters between the Portuguese and indigenous peoples in 1500 to the current political turmoil, the history of Brazil is much more complex and dynamic than the usual representations of it as the home of Carnival, soccer, the Amazon, and samba would suggest. This extensively revised and expanded second edition of the best-selling Brazil Reader dives deep into the past and present of a country marked by its geographical vastness and cultural, ethnic, and environmental diversity. Containing over one hundred selections—many of which appear in English for the first time and which range from sermons by Jesuit missionaries and poetry to political speeches and biographical portraits of famous public figures, intellectuals, and artists—this collection presents the lived experience of Brazilians from all social and economic classes, racial backgrounds, genders, and political perspectives over the past half millennium. Whether outlining the legacy of slavery, the roles of women in Brazilian public life, or the importance of political and social movements, The Brazil Reader provides an unparalleled look at Brazil’s history, culture, and politics.