Rio De Janeiro (Global Cities) - Hardcover

Scoones, Simon

9780791088579: Rio De Janeiro (Global Cities)

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ISBN 10: 079108857X ISBN 13: 9780791088579

Publisher: Chelsea House Pub, 2006

Violent drug gangs rule the vast slums, or favelas, that are home to nearly a fifth of Rio de Janeiro's population. This work helps readers explore this multifaceted city of seven million. Covering Rio's colonial history and its Native American, European, and African influences, it examines the impact of the city's growth and its future prospects.

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Edward Parker has been photographing trees and forests for more than 25 years in over 40 countries. He is the author or coauthor of several books, including "Ancient Trees", and has been commended at the Wildlife Photographer of the Year and short-listed for Environmental Photojournalist of the Year.

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PublisherChelsea House Pub
Publication date2006
ISBN 10 079108857X
ISBN 13 9780791088579
BindingHardcover
Number of pages61

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