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The Scramble for the Amazon and the 'Lost Paradise' of Euclides da Cunha,Used
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The fortunes of the late nineteenth centurys imperial and industrial powers depended on a single raw materialrubberwith only one source: the Amazon basin. And so began the scramble for the Amazona decadeslong conflict that found Britain, France, Belgium, and the United States fighting with and against the new nations of Peru, Bolivia, and Brazil for the forests riches. In the midst of this struggle, Euclides da Cunha, engineer, journalist, geographer, political theorist, and one of Brazils most celebrated writers, led a survey expedition to the farthest reaches of the river, among the worlds most valuable, dangerous, and littleknown landscapes.The Scramble for the Amazon tells the story of da Cunhas terrifying journey, the unfinished novel born from it, and the global strife that formed the backdrop for both. Haunted by his broken marriage, da Cunha trekked through a beautiful region thrown into chaos by guerrilla warfare, starving migrants, and native slavery. All the while, he worked on his masterpiece, a nationalist synthesis of geography, philosophy, biology, and journalism he named the Lost Paradise. Da Cunha intended his epic to unveil the Amazons explorers, spies, natives, and brutal geopolitics, but, as Susanna B. Hecht recounts, he never completed ithis wifes lover shot him dead upon his return.At once the biography of an extraordinary writer, a masterly chronicle of the social, political, and environmental history of the Amazon, and a superb translation of the remaining pieces of da Cunhas project, The Scramble for the Amazon is a work of thrilling intellectual ambition.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Scramble for the Amazon'? A: 'The Scramble for the Amazon' explores the historical conflict over rubber between imperial powers and South American nations, focusing on Euclides da Cunha's journey through the Amazon and his unfinished work, 'Lost Paradise'.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Susanna B. Hecht, who provides both a biography of Euclides da Cunha and a detailed account of the social, political, and environmental history of the Amazon.
- Q: What is the condition of the book listed? A: The book is in acceptable condition, which means it may show signs of wear but is still usable and readable.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Scramble for the Amazon' have? A: 'The Scramble for the Amazon' contains 612 pages, providing an extensive exploration of its themes.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is bound in hardcover, which offers durability and a classic presentation.
- Q: When was 'The Scramble for the Amazon' published? A: The book was published on May 9, 2013.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic purposes? A: 'The Scramble for the Amazon' is suitable for academic purposes as it presents a thorough analysis of historical events and includes research on environmental and social issues in the Amazon.
- Q: What genre does this book belong to? A: 'The Scramble for the Amazon' belongs to the genre of historical non-fiction, combining biography with environmental and political history.
- Q: What makes this book a valuable read? A: This book is valuable for its in-depth insights into the Amazon's history, the impact of imperialism, and the life and work of Euclides da Cunha, making it a significant contribution to both literature and history.
- Q: Are there any notable features of this book? A: One notable feature of the book is its translation of the remaining pieces of da Cunha's project, alongside a rich narrative that captures the complexity of the Amazon's history.