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This book follows three decades of democratic experimentation--and the rise and fall of constitutional government--in Brazil. Beginning with Getulio Vargas' fifteen-year rule and ending with the coup d'etat that ousted President Joao Goulart from office in 1964, Skidmore sets political events in the context of social and economic factors to show how the problems posed by economic expansion, an unfavorable trade balance, inequitable land distribution, and shifting political power have profoundly affected Brazil's growth and stability.
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Thomas E. Skidmore, Carlos Manuel de Cespedes Professor of Modern Latin American History, and Director, Latin American Studies, Brown University.
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"In a word, superb!"--Sonny Davis, Northern Arizona University
"[An] excellent study.... Skidmore approaches this complex period with a tightly woven historical synthesis, a wealth of detail, and clear writing. The attention to politics is complimented by useful economic analysis....Indispensable for academic libraries, a welcome addition to the
contemporary literature, and necessary reading for scholars and students of Brazil."--Choice
"The most important book on the politics of modern Brazil that exists....Professor Skidmore's description of the delicate social balances and politics of compromise...is splendidly done.--The Economist.
"[A] first-rate synthesis of Brazilian thought on the nature of the political and economic dilemmas that Brazil has faced for over a generation."--Hispanic American Historical Review.
"For anyone interested in modern Brazil this book is a must."--Virginia Quarterly Review
"A balanced presentation and a controversial interpretation."--Kevin Byrne, Metropolitan State University
"The strength of Skidmore's arguments is illustrated by that fact that public figures, such as Jnio Quadros, are still compelled to address the theses presented in this book."--John H. Weler, Oaland University
"Probably the best single text for Latin American history!"--Gregory Crider, Drake University
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- PublisherOxford University Press
- Publication date1986
- ISBN 10 0195007840
- ISBN 13 9780195007848
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- Number of pages464
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Politics in Brazil, 1930-1964 : an experiment in democracy [The Vargas Era 1930-1945 - The end of the Estado Novo and the Dutra years - A new Vargas era 1951-1954 - Government by caretaker 1954-1956 - Year sof confidence, the Kubitschek era - Janio Quadros: agonizing interlude - Goulart in power: The deadlock prolonged - Brazilian democracy breaks down: 1963-1964 - The search for a new political order - The United States role in Joao Goulart's fall ]
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Soft cover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. xviii, 446 pages : map ; 21 cm ; ISBN: 0195007840; 9780195007848 LCCN: 67-20406 ; LC: F2538; Dewey: 320.981 ; OCLC: 9755147 ; A Galaxy book ; GB 271;".ollows three decades of democratic experimentation--and the rise and fall of constitutional government--in Brazil. Beginning with Getulio Vargas' fifteen-year rule and ending with the coup d'etat that ousted President Joao Goulart from office in 1964, Skidmore sets political events in the context of social and economic factors to show how the problems posed by economic expansion, an unfavorable trade balance, inequitable land distribution, and shifting political power have profoundly affected Brazil's growth and stability." ; Contents: The Vargas Era 1930-1945 - The end of the Estado Novo and the Dutra years - A new Vargas era 1951-1954 - Government by caretaker 1954-1956 - Year sof confidence, the Kubitschek era - Janio Quadros: agonizing interlude - Goulart in power: The deadlock prolonged - Brazilian democracy breaks down: 1963-1964 - The search for a new political order - The United States role in Joao Goulart's fall ; slight wear/mark on cover, else G. Book. Seller Inventory # 008327
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