I just finished The Brazil Reader, which I really enjoyed. It is a collection of letters, essays and stories all related to different aspects of Brazil's history. The way these pieces are written is very personal, more like stories than just your typical history book.
Next on my "learn more about Brazil" reading list:
After I finish this one which I am currently working on:
Not sure if I have blogged about this before, but it is possible to order books online from Amazon in the US and have them sent to Brazil - did it this fall!
You should also try The Accidental President of Brazil: A Memoir by Fernando Cardoso.
It was actually very good. A fascinating look at Cardoso's life and Brazilian politics.
Really well written!
Posted by: Will Canova | February 25, 2010 at 11:14 AM