The Book Of Rio
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The Book Of Rio
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Author : Cesar Cardoso
language : en
Publisher: Comma Press
Release Date : 2015-06-12
The Book Of Rio written by Cesar Cardoso and has been published by Comma Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-06-12 with Fiction categories.
It’s the city the rest of the world descends on to party…. whether for the spectacular annual Carnival, the sun-kissed beaches, the World Cup, or, in 2016, the Olympics. It’s also a place that’s sadly become synonymous with some of the excesses of partying, the dark underbelly that accompanies any urban hedonist’s destination. But these are just two images of Rio. There are countless others: opulent seat of two former empires; stronghold of brutal, twentieth-century dictatorships; sprawling metropolis stretched between stunning mountain tops and equally stunningeconomic extremes – from the affluence of neighbourhoods like Leblon and Ipanema, to the overcrowded slums in the foothills, the favelas. This anthology brings together ten short stories that go beyond the postcards and snapshots, and introduce us to real residents of Rio – the cariocas: young hopefuls training to be the next stars of samba, exhausted labourers press-ganged into meeting an impossible construction deadline (the nation’s pride being at stake), bored call-girls, nostalgic drag queens, married couples having petty middle-class domestics…. These are characters who’ve developed a deep understanding of Rio’s contradictions, a way of living with the grey areas – between the grime and the glitz – that make Rio the ‘marvellous city’ it is.
If We Were Villains
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Author : M. L. Rio
language : en
Publisher: Flatiron Books
Release Date : 2017-04-11
If We Were Villains written by M. L. Rio and has been published by Flatiron Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-04-11 with Fiction categories.
“Much like Donna Tartt’s The Secret History, M. L. Rio’s sparkling debut is a richly layered story of love, friendship, and obsession...will keep you riveted through its final, electrifying moments.” —Cynthia D’Aprix Sweeney, New York Times bestselling author of The Nest "Nerdily (and winningly) in love with Shakespeare...Readable, smart.” —New York Times Book Review On the day Oliver Marks is released from jail, the man who put him there is waiting at the door. Detective Colborne wants to know the truth, and after ten years, Oliver is finally ready to tell it. A decade ago: Oliver is one of seven young Shakespearean actors at Dellecher Classical Conservatory, a place of keen ambition and fierce competition. In this secluded world of firelight and leather-bound books, Oliver and his friends play the same roles onstage and off: hero, villain, tyrant, temptress, ingénue, extras. But in their fourth and final year, good-natured rivalries turn ugly, and on opening night real violence invades the students’ world of make-believe. In the morning, the fourth-years find themselves facing their very own tragedy, and their greatest acting challenge yet: convincing the police, each other, and themselves that they are innocent. If We Were Villains was named one of Bustle's Best Thriller Novels of the Year, and Mystery Scene says, "A well-written and gripping ode to the stage...A fascinating, unorthodox take on rivalry, friendship, and truth."
Rio The Junior Novel
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Author : Lexa Hillyer
language : en
Publisher: HarperFestival
Release Date : 2011-02-22
Rio The Junior Novel written by Lexa Hillyer and has been published by HarperFestival this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-02-22 with Juvenile Fiction categories.
From the makers of the Ice Age films comes a high-flying tale of a bird who never learned to do what birds do best—fly! Blu, a rare blue Spix's Macaw, has everything he needs—heart, attitude . . . feathers—but he's afraid he may never soar. That's all about to change in the magical city of Rio, where Blu has incredible adventures and makes new friends who show Blu he's always had what it takes to make his dreams come true.
Seven Days In Rio
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Author : Francis Levy
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2011
Seven Days In Rio written by Francis Levy and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011 with Fiction categories.
An incendiary and provocative new novel from Nicholson Baker and Mary Gaitskill's French-kissing cousin!
Round About Rio
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Author : Frank De Yeaux Carpenter
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1883
Round About Rio written by Frank De Yeaux Carpenter and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1883 with Brazil categories.
Round About Rio
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Author : Frank Yeaux De Carpenter
language : en
Publisher: Nabu Press
Release Date : 2013-09
Round About Rio written by Frank Yeaux De Carpenter and has been published by Nabu Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-09 with categories.
This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book.
The Beautiful Rio De Janeiro
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Author : Alured Gray Bell
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1914
The Beautiful Rio De Janeiro written by Alured Gray Bell and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1914 with Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) categories.
Rio
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Author : Orde Morton
language : en
Publisher: FriesenPress
Release Date : 2015-01-21
Rio written by Orde Morton and has been published by FriesenPress this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-01-21 with History categories.
Rio de Janeiro’s is a lush, complex history that spans five centuries, and Marvelous City is the first full length retelling of that history written in English. From the beach life of the Ipanema and Copacabana to the struggles of the Rio’s infamous favelas, this is a story of contrast and contradiction. We are offered a glimpse into Rio’s high society and rich culture and are shown the endemic violence, corruption, and social disparity with which it struggles to this day. With its populist politics and its unique blend of European, African and Amerindian influences, Rio de Janeiro has grown, over the centuries, into a place all its own, one that is greater than the sum of its parts, distinctively Brazilian, and whose symbol is the Rio Carnaval, the greatest show on earth. The beating cultural heart of Brazil, Rio de Janeiro is poised to host the 2016 Olympic Games. Author Orde Morton invites you to look beyond the postcard perfection of its natural beauty and discover this one of a kind city in all its many-sided wonder.
Carpe Rio
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Author : Posto9.com LLC
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2017-07-26
Carpe Rio written by Posto9.com LLC and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-07-26 with categories.
The CARPE RIO! book is based on the work of the ILOVERIO.COM portal, an ambitious project with the objective of making accurate and qualified information about Rio de Janeiro easily available globally, along with tens of thousands of unique and exclusive photographs. Defined by the media as the first city ever rebuilt on-line, I LOVE RIO provides over 25,000 pages of original content celebrating the history, culture and beauty of the city and state of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. "Eu Amo Rio", meaning "I love Rio", is an important local expression and a key part of the Carioca culture, therefore the phrase 'I LOVE RIO' was chosen as the name and symbol of the project and translated in more than 50 languages, divulging internationally a message of love and pride for Rio de Janeiro. As a one-of-a-kind project, I LOVE RIO is designed to show the City and the State of Rio de Janeiro from unique historical, touristic and cultural perspectives. The portal offers innovative interpretations, beyond the traditionally available on-line information for visitors and users. The multi-level content was conceived to give a quick touristic reference, and to show how each characteristic of Rio de Janeiro developed, providing an explanation of how various parts of Rio de Janeiro affect the residents' lives, traditions, artistic and cultural productions. The I LOVE RIO portal garnered the institutional endorsement of over 40 Brazilian entities at the Municipal, State and Federal levels, making of the portal an institutionally-backed, but independent platform with an extraordinary global reach. On July 26th 2016, the portal was officially launched and presented to the world via an unforgettable and unprecedented ceremony when the I LOVE RIO symbol was projected on the iconic monument of Christ the Redeemer, formally adding the portal to the cultural landscape of Rio de Janeiro. This book offers a glimpse in some of the most important aspects of Rio de Janeiro, an overall introduction to one of the most fascinating and complex cities in the world. The book contains QR-codes, providing direct links to the latest on-line content for any given topic.
The Beautiful Rio De Janeiro Classic Reprint
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Author : Alured Gray Bell
language : en
Publisher: Forgotten Books
Release Date : 2017-10-12
The Beautiful Rio De Janeiro Classic Reprint written by Alured Gray Bell and has been published by Forgotten Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-10-12 with History categories.
Excerpt from The Beautiful Rio De Janeiro Travelling across England after a two years' residence in Rio de Janeiro I found myself alone in the train with a schoolboy, aged ten, and asked him if he knew anything about Brazil. No, was the little Englishman's reply; we are only doing Europe. But you know where it is P I suggested. America, he replied rather timorously. And what do you imagine it to be like? I asked. Don't know. But you must imagine something about it - is it all ice, do you think? He thought quite half a minute, and then ventured this very respectable guess Prairies and fields. Certainly he was right for a fifth of the country but he should have added forests, mountains and great rivers. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.