Book Overview
Drawing on Rio De Janeiro's past, this work shows that even in periods of comparative calm, there has always been a palpable excitement in the air - the feeling of a carnival under fire. This description may be from another edition of this product.
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:1582341907
ISBN13:9781582341903
Release Date:August 2004
Publisher:Bloomsbury USA
Length:224 Pages
Weight:0.60 lbs.
Dimensions:0.8" x 4.5" x 7.4"
Related Subjects
Brazil Education & Reference General History Rio de Janeiro South America Travel Travel Writing WritingCustomer Reviews
2 ratings
Loved it. Looking for more Ruy Castro (in english.)
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 19 years ago
I first read Ruy Castro's 'Bossa Nova' and wanted more! Then I found this book, and loved it. I also went on to read Ruy Castro's next book (translated into English) Garrincha which is about a Futebol star. I am not into soccer but I loved the book. I recommend this book.
An inspired view of the carioca soul
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 20 years ago
As a lover of Rio de Janeiro (like every carioca), I was amazed by Ruy Castro's inspired view of Rio. He manages to make this book as interesting for someone looking just for a travel guide as for the most serious student of the city's history and soul. Rio is more than just a beautiful city, and he captures it. No one who's ever been to Rio or who lives here can ignore the fact that the city, with its problems and wonders, like a being greater than its buildings, streets, beaches and mountains, is a major character of our lives. He pictures everything the make us cariocas: the history, the geography, the habits, the music of the city. This is no common book about Rio. Ruy Castro offers, in a good-humored and elegant style, a guide to the carioca soul: a fresh, original and colorful view of the city and the people that make it the best place to live in the world.
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