{"product_id":"brazil-in-crisis-the-joy-and-pathos-of-a-nation","title":"Brazil in Crisis: The Joy and Pathos of a Nation","description":"Brazil in Crisis is a sweeping look at the history, culture, politics, and social problems of one of the world’s largest and most dynamic countries. Marianne Campagna, who grew up in Brazil, wrote this book to learn why the Brazil of her childhood has become so deeply mired in poverty and corruption. To answer that question, she takes a hard look at the country’s troublesome social, economic, and political scenes.At the root of Brazil’s many problems is a legacy of slavery and the poverty that resulted from it. Campagna describes life in the favelas (slums), where one third of the population lives, and where drug trafficking and organized crime have embedded themselves. She explores how the government deals with poverty and crime, as well as the government’s own corruption.But not all is negative. Brazil has a wonderful culture full of poetry, music, Carnival, and kindness. Campagna explores these cultural traditions and national traits that help the Brazilian people’s spirits rise above their current situation.At the book’s center is a discussion of the 2018 Presidential Election and Brazil’s democratic process. Tracing Brazil’s political history, Campagna reveals how right-wing Jair Bolsonaro, known as the “Trump of the Tropics,” assumed the presidency, inheriting the economic stagnation that has paralyzed government projects and services and caused extreme inflation.Finally, Campagna offers her vision that Brazil will someday have a progressive government focused on investing in its people and future.\u003cbr\u003eASIN: 0988910810\u003cbr\u003eVSKU: BVV.0988910810.G\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Good\u003cbr\u003eAuthor\/Artist:Campagna, Marianne\u003cbr\u003eBinding: Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact  including the dust cover, if applicable . Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.  \u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Blue Vase Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43474762268733,"sku":"BVV.0988910810.G","price":16.36,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.bluevasebooks.com\/products\/brazil-in-crisis-the-joy-and-pathos-of-a-nation","provider":"Blue Vase Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}