Book Description
More than 1,650 entries citing reference sources, including handbooks, specialized dictionaries, encyclopedias, and statistical compilations.
Author : Ann Hartness
Publisher : Scarecrow Press
Page : 366 pages
File Size : 41,48 MB
Release : 1991
Category : History
ISBN : 9780810824003
More than 1,650 entries citing reference sources, including handbooks, specialized dictionaries, encyclopedias, and statistical compilations.
Author : Insight Guides
Publisher : Apa Publications (UK) Limited
Page : 851 pages
File Size : 43,12 MB
Release : 2019-06-01
Category : Travel
ISBN : 1789198976
Let us guide you on every step of your travels. From deciding when to go to choosing what to see when you arrive, Insight Guide Brazil is all you need to plan your trip and experience the best of Brazil, with in-depth insider information on must-see, top attractions like the Sugar Loaf and Corcovado in Rio, the colonial architecture of Paraty and Pelourinho, the Pantanal and Iguaçu Falls and hidden cultural gems like Ouro Preto. This book is ideal for travellers seeking immersive cultural experiences, from exploring colonial monuments, Amazonian lodges or Brazil's beautiful coastline, to discovering the thrill of its world-famous Carnaval. - In-depth on history and culture: explore the region's vibrant history and culture, and understand its modern-day life, people and politics - Excellent Editor's Choice: uncover the best of Brazil, which highlights the most special places to visit around the region - Invaluable and practical maps: get around with ease thanks to detailed maps that pinpoint the key attractions featured in every chapter - Informative tips: plan your travels easily with an A to Z of useful advice on everything from climate to tipping - Inspirational colour photography: discover the best destinations, sights, and excursions, and be inspired by stunning imagery - Inventivedesign makes for an engaging, easy-reading experience - Covers: Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro State, São Paulo: City and State, Minas Gerais and Espirito Santo, Iguaçu Falls, Brasília and Goiás, The Pantanal, Bahia, Salvador, Sergipe and Alagoas, Recife and Pernambuco, Fernando de Noronha, The Far Northeast and the Amazon. About Insight Guides: Insight Guides is a pioneer of full-colour guide books, with almost 50 years' experience of publishing high-quality, visual travel guides with user-friendly, modern design. We produce around 400 full-colour print guide books and maps, as well as phrase books, picture-packed eBooks and apps to meet different travellers' needs. Insight Guides' unique combination of beautiful travel photography and focus on history and culture create a unique visual reference and planning tool to inspire your next adventure.
Author : DK Travel
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 601 pages
File Size : 11,73 MB
Release : 2023-11-28
Category : Travel
ISBN : 0744095220
Energetic cities, lush rainforests and more diverse wildlife than anywhere else on Earth – this is Brazil. Whether you want to spot jaguars on the Paraguay river, tuck into regional dishes in São Paulo or party all day at Rio de Janeiro's Carnival your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you experience all that Brazil has to offer. From the Amazon jungle to the immense Iguaçu Falls, South America’s largest country is packed with natural wonders. But it’s not all about white-sand beaches and tropical wetlands. Across Brazil, metropolises pulsate with music, restaurants serve the freshest food and museums invite visitors to examine the past and ponder the future. Our updated 2023 travel guide brings Brazil to life. DK Eyewitness Brazil is your ticket to the trip of a lifetime. Inside DK Eyewitness Brazil you will find: -A fully-illustrated top experiences guide: our expert pick of Brazil’s must-sees and hidden gems. -Accessible itineraries to make the most out of each and every day. -Expert advice: honest recommendations for getting around safely, when to visit each sight, what to do before you visit, and how to save time and money. -Color-coded chapters to every part of Brazil, from the Amazon to the Rio Grande do Sul, Salvador to São Paulo State. -Practical tips: the best places to eat, drink, shop and stay. -Detailed maps and walks to help you navigate the region country easily and confidently. -Covers: Janeiro Centro, Santa Teresa and Lapa, Ipanema and Copacabana, Flamengo and Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro and Espírito Santo Sao Paulo City, Sao Paulo State, Minas Gerais, Rio Grande do Sul, Santa Catarina and Paraná Brasília, Goiás, and Tocantins Mato Grosso and Mato, Grosso Sul, Salvador, Bahia, Sergipe, Alagoas and Pernambuco, Paraíba, Rio Grande do Norte and Ceará, Piauí and Maranhao, The Amazon. Only visiting Rio de Janeiro? Try our DK Eyewitness Top 10 Rio de Janeiro
Author : Insight Guides
Publisher : Apa Publications (UK) Limited
Page : 918 pages
File Size : 20,51 MB
Release : 2014-06-11
Category : Travel
ISBN : 1780057180
Be inspired by the new edition of Insight Guide Brazil, a comprehensive full-colour guide to one of the most exciting countries in the world. Amazing beaches, warm and welcoming people, fascinating wildlife and historical towns are only a sample of what this vast and vibrant country has to offer. Insight Guides' unrivalled coverage of history and culture provides an essential introduction to the 2014 FIFA World Cup and 2016 Olympic Games host nation. Our Best Of Brazil highlights the country's top attractions, including Sugar Loaf mountain, Salvador's colonial architecture, the riches of the Amazon and of course, Carnival! Descriptive region-by-region accounts of where to go, from Rio de Janeiro to Bahia, are enhanced by beautiful photographs, while all major sights are cross-referenced with full-colour maps. The travel tips section provides a wealth of information on how to plan the trip of a lifetime.
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Page : 992 pages
File Size : 29,37 MB
Release : 1957
Category : Science
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Author : Alexandra de Vries
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 514 pages
File Size : 34,93 MB
Release : 2012-04-24
Category : Travel
ISBN : 1118086066
Provides description, costs, and contact information on transportation, hotels, restaurants, shopping, beaches, cultural activities, and organized tours.
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Page : 1632 pages
File Size : 41,75 MB
Release : 1994
Category : Periodicals
ISBN :
A union list of serials commencing publication after Dec. 31, 1949.
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Publisher : Bib. Orton IICA / CATIE
Page : 580 pages
File Size : 24,88 MB
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Page : 924 pages
File Size : 18,93 MB
Release : 1990
Category : Brazil
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Author : Matthias Röhrig Assunção
Publisher : Psychology Press
Page : 296 pages
File Size : 22,27 MB
Release : 2005
Category : Capoeira (Dance)
ISBN : 9780714650319
Capoeira is an Afro-Brazilian martial art now spreading over the rest of the world and this book, the only complete history of the art in the English language, traces the history of the martial art and examines its influence.