A short history of Brazil
Kerr, Gordon2014
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This title provides a history, examining the events that have led to Brazil's ascendancy, looking at the indigenous peoples who populated the territory until its discovery in 1500 AD and chronicling the tempestuous centuries since, leading to the recent economic miracle. It covers the three centuries of Portuguese colonial rule when sugar became the main export, produced by millions of African slaves.
Main title:
A short history of Brazil / Gordon Kerr.
Author:
Imprint:
Harpenden, Herts : Pocket Essentials, 2014.
Collation:
160 pages : maps (colour) ; 20 cm
Notes:
Maps on inside covers.Includes QR code.Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:
9781843441960 (pbk)
Dewey class:
981981
Local class:
981
Language:
English
Subject:
BRN:
1824430