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The story of Abayomi, a Brazilian puma cub that was left to fend for itself after its mother was captured by an angry chicken farmer.

Photographs and text explore the history, geography, culture, government, economy, people, and landmarks of Brazil.

Introduces Brazil, including the country's history, geography, cities, people, food, famous places, and more.

Describes Brazil's history, culture, and regions; provides tips on transportation, accommodations, and activities; presents practical information on several alphabetized subjects, such as airport taxes, electricity, and entry regulations; and includes maps and color photos.

In this hugely praised narrative, New York Times reporter Larry Rohter takes the reader on a lively trip through Brazil's history, culture, and booming economy. Going beyond the popular stereotypes of samba, supermodels, and soccer, he shows us a stunning and varied landscape--from breathtaking tropical beaches to the lush and dangerous Amazon rainforest--and how a complex and vibrant people defy definition. He charts Brazil's amazing jump from a debtor nation to one of the world's fastest growing economies, unravels the myth of Brazil's sexually charged culture, and portrays in vivid color the underbelly of impoverished favelas. With Brazil leading the charge of the Latin American decade, this critically acclaimed history is the authoritative guide to understanding its meteoric rise.

Chronicles Henry Ford's attempts to create an American settlement in the Brazilian Amazon in the late 1920s, discussing the purpose of Ford's settlement, its impact on the region's ecosystem, his efforts to apply a system of regimented mass production to the area, and other related topics.

Martin uses his grandfather's special travel album and a magic necklace to transport himself to Brazil, where he sees the rainforest, visits the city of Rio de Janeiro and its Copacabana beach, goes to a carnival festival in the city of Salvador de Bahia, and more.

In an interview with a young journalist, World Cup hero, El Gato, describes his youth in the Brazilian rain forest and the events, experiences, and people that helped make him a great goalkeeper and renowned soccer star.

Presents twelve retold indigenous tales from Brazil.