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Claude LeviStrauss, internationally known as a brilliant and sometimes controversial anthropologist, is also a skilled and sensitive photographer. Saudades do Brasil 'nostalgia for Brazil,' from the title of a musical composition by Darius Milhaud presents 180 of the more than 3,000 photographs LeviStrauss took in Brazil between 1935 and 1939. While serving as professor of sociology at the University of Sao Paulo, the young ethnographer made expeditions among the natives of Mato Grosso and Southern Amazonia that resulted in numerous publications, most notably Tristes Tropiques. Most of these photographs are published here for the first time.LeviStrauss begins his photographic memoir in Sao Paulo, then a frontier city rapidly changing to an industrial metropolis, a city with 'a singular beauty, due to breaks in rhythm, architectural paradoxes, contrasting shapes and colors.' The rest of the photographs chronicle LeviStrauss expeditions among the Caduveo, The Bororo, the Nambikwara, and other tribes 'the last escapees from the cataclysm that discovery and subsequent invasions had been for their ancestors.' His pictures capture the Amazonian landscape, the people, and their activities, social lives, and ceremonies. Informative captions by LeviStrauss enhance the ethnographic and human interest of his photographs.Saudades do Brasil will be of interest to anthropologists, photographers, and readers concerned with a part of the world that is geographically remote but globally significant.
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- Q: What is the primary theme of 'Saudades Do Brasil'? A: 'Saudades Do Brasil' is a photographic memoir that reflects Claude Levi-Strauss's experiences and observations during his expeditions in Brazil from 1935 to 1939. The book captures the beauty of Brazilian landscapes, the lives of indigenous tribes, and the cultural richness of the region.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Saudades Do Brasil'? A: The author of 'Saudades Do Brasil' is Claude Levi-Strauss, a renowned anthropologist and photographer known for his influential work in sociology and anthropology.
- Q: How many photographs are included in the book? A: 'Saudades Do Brasil' features 180 photographs taken by Claude Levi-Strauss during his time in Brazil, showcasing various aspects of the culture and landscape.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: 'Saudades Do Brasil' is available in hardcover binding, ensuring durability and a quality presentation for readers and collectors.
- Q: When was 'Saudades Do Brasil' published? A: 'Saudades Do Brasil' was published on January 1, 1995.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as being in 'Good' condition, indicating that it is well-preserved and suitable for reading.
- Q: How many pages does 'Saudades Do Brasil' have? A: 'Saudades Do Brasil' contains 221 pages filled with photographs and informative captions by the author.
- Q: Is 'Saudades Do Brasil' suitable for anthropologists? A: Yes, 'Saudades Do Brasil' is particularly suitable for anthropologists and those interested in ethnography, as it provides insight into the lives and cultures of various indigenous tribes in Brazil.
- Q: What type of content can readers expect from the captions? A: The captions in 'Saudades Do Brasil' are informative and provide context to the photographs, enhancing the ethnographic and human interest aspects of the images.
- Q: What subjects does the book cover? A: 'Saudades Do Brasil' covers a range of subjects, including the Amazonian landscape, indigenous tribes such as the Caduveo and Bororo, and various social activities and ceremonies.