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Dancing with the Devil in the City of God

Rio de Janeiro and the Olympic Dream

Juliana Barbassa

A compelling insider account of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil's seductive and chaotic city on the brink of the 2016 Olympic Games. Juliana Barbassa, a Brazilian native and award-winning journalist, returned home to find the city undergoing major changes while still struggling with poverty and corruption. Through personal interviews and historical context, Barbassa presents a kaleidoscopic portrait of the city's extremes, aspirations, and its future. Dancing with the Devil in the City of God is a fascinating and informative read that offers an insider's perspective on one of the world's most impressive cities.
Publish Date
2015-07-28T00:00:00.000Z
2015-07-28T00:00:00.000Z
Goodreads Rating
3.93
ISBN
9781476756264
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