Brazil in Brief - Fifth Edition - Full version:
Brazil in Brief will provide you with a general overview of the country, including its geography, culture, history, political institutions and economy.

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1. The Land
Landscape, climate, administrative divisions and major centres of population.

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2. The Brazilian Population
Demographic information: distribution of population and labour force; religions, language, health and welfare, education system.

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3. The History 
From the early discoveries by Portuguese settlers, through the colonial period, independence from Portugal, the empire and the republic, to the modern democratic state of today.

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4. Political Institutions, Education and Health
The political system, including the constitution, electoral system and political parties; the armed forces.

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5. The Economy
Economic history, including recent developments, and a look at Brazilian agriculture.

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6. The Culture
Music and carnival, cinema and television, literature, fine arts, architecture, food and drink.

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