Rio, Joao Do
Vertiginous Life: Bilingual Edition
- ISBN 13:
- 9780998273082
- author:
- Rio, Joao Do
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- New London Librarium
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 476
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.2 x 2.7 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- History, Latin America, South America,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
In 1911, Rio de Janeiro was a city in rapid transformation. New technologies and ideas were advancing at a dizzying pace, bringing about a culture of immigration, education, and modernity. Literary journalist João do Rio aimed his critical eye at this great city and society, capturing the essence of its vibrant spirit. His collection of articles, Vida Vertiginosa, offers a unique perspective on life in Rio de Janeiro during this period. With a style all his own, João do Rio saw what others did not see and wrote about it with inimitable linguistic flair. This collection is presented here for the first time in English, offering readers a glimpse into the city's transformation. João do Rio's work ranks alongside other notable writings on Brazilian nonfiction, showcasing his ability to capture the essence of a rapidly changing world.
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