A Death in Brazil

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Combining travel, history, culture, and personal memories from two decades in Brazil, the author explores a country that captivates the imagination. From his near-murder in Rio twenty years ago to the recent assassination of a former president's associate who embezzled over a billion dollars, violent death is a persistent threat in this vivid travelogue. Yet, it is the vibrant life force of Brazil and its people that leaves a lasting impression. The author seeks to understand how extreme danger and passion coexist in a nation with a complex history, traveling from the cobalt blue shores of southern Brazil to the arid northeast. He recounts four centuries of Brazilian history, from slavery to the election of the first working-class president. More than just a historical journey, the narrative vividly captures the intoxicating pleasures of Brazil's food, music, and climate, while referencing the works of its greatest writers to illustrate a unique culture. With stunning prose and an inquisitive intellect, the author weaves together layers of history, culture, and personal reflection, creating a deeply personal and impressionistic portrait of the nation. Readers come away not only with knowledge but with a profound sense of Brazil's turbulent soul.