Lula of Brazil : The Story So Far Paperback
by Richard Bourne
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Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva's dramatic life story has captured the imagination of millions, and his progressive politics have brought hope and excitement to Brazil - and the world.
This compelling work is the first major English-language biography of the metalworker who became president of Latin America's largest and most powerful country.
In a clearly written, vividly detailed narrative, Richard Bourne describes Lula's childhood hardships in an impoverished family, his days as a revered trade unionist, and the strike movement that brought down Brazil's military dictatorship.
The book chronicles Lula's campaigns for the presidency, his first term in office beginning in 2002, a major corruption scandal, and his re-election in 2006.
Throughout, "Lula of Brazil" connects this charismatic leader's life to larger issues, such as the difficulty of maintaining a progressive policy in an era of globalization. Brazil's contemporary history, parallels with other developing countries and other world leaders, the conservatism of Brazilian society, and other themes provide a rich backdrop for assessing the struggles, achievements, and failures of this major figure on both the Brazilian and the world stage.
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- Format:Paperback
- Pages:304 pages, 15 b/w photographs
- Publisher:University of California Press
- Publication Date:01/10/2009
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- ISBN:9780520261556
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Available to Order - This title is available to order, with delivery expected within 2 weeks
- Format:Paperback
- Pages:304 pages, 15 b/w photographs
- Publisher:University of California Press
- Publication Date:01/10/2009
- Category:
- ISBN:9780520261556