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For Most Of The Twentieth Century, Brazil Was Widely Regarded As A 'Racial Democracy'A Country Untainted By The Scourge Of Racism And Prejudice. In Recent Decades, However, This Image Has Been Severely Critiqued, With A Growing Number Of Studies Highlighting Persistent And Deepseated Patterns Of Racial Discrimination And Inequality. Yet, Recent Work On Race And Racism Has Rarely Considered Gender As Part Of Its Analysis.In Negras In Brazil, Kia Lilly Caldwell Examines The Life Experiences Of Afrobrazilian Women Whose Stories Have Until Now Been Largely Untold. This Pathbreaking Study Analyzes The Links Between Race And Gender And Broader Processes Of Social, Economic, And Political Exclusion. Drawing On Ethnographic Research With Social Movement Organizations And Thirtyfive Life History Interviews, Caldwell Explores The Everyday Struggles Afrobrazilian Women Face In Their Efforts To Achieve Equal Rights And Full Citizenship. She Also Shows How The Black Women'S Movement, Which Has Emerged In Recent Decades, Has Sought To Challenge Racial And Gender Discrimination In Brazil. While Proposing A Broader View Of Citizenship That Includes Domains Such As Popular Culture And The Body, Negras In Brazil Highlights The Continuing Relevance Of Identity Politics For Members Of Racially Marginalized Communities. Providing New Insights Into Black Women'S Social Activism And A Gendered Perspective On Brazilian Racial Dynamics, This Book Will Be Of Interest To Students And Scholars Of Latin American Studies, African Diaspora Studies, Women'S Studies, Politics, And Cultural Anthropology.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Negras in Brazil'? A: 'Negras in Brazil' examines the life experiences of Afro-Brazilian women, analyzing the intersections of race and gender within the context of social, economic, and political exclusion.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The author of 'Negras in Brazil' is Kia Lilly Caldwell, who draws on ethnographic research and interviews to present her findings.
- Q: What are the key themes addressed in this book? A: Key themes include racial discrimination, gender dynamics, citizenship, and the activism of black women in Brazil.
- Q: How many pages does 'Negras in Brazil' have? A: 'Negras in Brazil' contains 252 pages, providing an in-depth exploration of its subject matter.
- Q: Is 'Negras in Brazil' a new book? A: No, 'Negras in Brazil' was published on December 4, 2006.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Negras in Brazil' is available in paperback binding, making it a flexible choice for readers.
- Q: What condition is the used book in? A: The used book is listed in 'Very Good' condition, indicating it has been well maintained.
- Q: What academic disciplines might find this book useful? A: 'Negras in Brazil' is relevant for students and scholars in Latin American Studies, African diaspora studies, women's studies, politics, and cultural anthropology.
- Q: Does the book include personal stories or interviews? A: Yes, the book includes thirty-five life history interviews with Afro-Brazilian women, providing personal insights into their experiences.
- Q: What makes this book a unique contribution to the study of race and gender? A: 'Negras in Brazil' uniquely integrates gender into the analysis of race and racism, focusing on the experiences of Afro-Brazilian women, which has often been overlooked in previous studies.