Politics in Brazil, 1930-1964: An Experiment in Democracy - Softcover

Thomas E. Skidmore, Carlos Manuel de Cespedes Professor of Modern Latin American History, and Director, Latin American Studies, Brown University.

"In a word, superb!"--Sonny Davis, Northern Arizona University

"[An] excellent study.... Skidmore approaches this complex period with a tightly woven historical synthesis, a wealth of detail, and clear writing. The attention to politics is complimented by useful economic analysis....Indispensable for academic libraries, a welcome addition to the
contemporary literature, and necessary reading for scholars and students of Brazil."--Choice

"The most important book on the politics of modern Brazil that exists....Professor Skidmore's description of the delicate social balances and politics of compromise...is splendidly done.--The Economist.

"[A] first-rate synthesis of Brazilian thought on the nature of the political and economic dilemmas that Brazil has faced for over a generation."--Hispanic American Historical Review.

"For anyone interested in modern Brazil this book is a must."--Virginia Quarterly Review

"A balanced presentation and a controversial interpretation."--Kevin Byrne, Metropolitan State University

"The strength of Skidmore's arguments is illustrated by that fact that public figures, such as Jnio Quadros, are still compelled to address the theses presented in this book."--John H. Weler, Oaland University

"Probably the best single text for Latin American history!"--Gregory Crider, Drake University