Brazil: The Earth Greenery (Exploring Countries of the World) [Hardcover]

Alberto Taliani (Author)

Book Description

Series: Exploring Countries of the World | Publication Date: September 7, 2010

This addition to White Star's series transports readers to the famous beaches, rain forests, and vibrant cities of Brazil. Hundreds of full-color photographs provide a whirlwind tour of this complex country, a country whose legacy extends far beyond its world-famous Carnival, soccer, and Samba. Supplemented by an entertaining text, the images in this volume bring to life the unique cultural and environmental heritage of the country, and explore the exciting changes taking place, including preservation of the Amazon jungle and restoration of ancient monuments and architecture.

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About the Author

Freelance journalist Alberto Taliani has traveled extensively around the world, and is a specialist on South American destinations. He contributes regularly to various newspapers and radio programs.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 128 pages
• Publisher: White Star Publishers; Revised edition (September 7, 2010)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 8854400475
• ISBN-13: 978-8854400474
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 0.6 x 11.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #177,873 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #2 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Travel > Reference & Tips > Pictorial
  • #4 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Arts & Photography > Photography > Travel > General
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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent coffee-table type book, full of beautiful pictures, January 21, 2010

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This review is from: Brazil: The Earth Greenery (Exploring Countries of the World) (Hardcover)

I bought this book to supplement a presentation I gave to my son's class at school, and was very pleased with it. It is full of gorgeous full color photos of all the regions and peoples of Brazil. It is also sectioned by region with a nice write-up for each area that goes beyond just what a tourist might experience.

There are a few photos that some might feel are unsuitable for children - topless Amazon Indians, girls in bikinis in Rio - but I didn't hesitate to show it to my son's class. After all, those photos are accurate portrayals of certain parts of Brazil.

I have several books on Brazil, having lived there for years, but this quickly became one of my favorites. And, for $9.95 and free Super Saving shipping, it was an excellent deal!