A timely symposium on Brazil to promote understanding of this nation’s vibrant culture and unique history: http://www.gresham.ac.uk/lectures-and-events/brazils-challenges-development-or-decay

The modern history of Brazil has been turbulent, but it might have placed the country a the cusp of real international power and influence. Anthony Pereira discusses how the country reached this exciting threshold and what might the future could hold.

The symposium will look at the country's rapidly developing economy and place in the world in the context of its history, geography and politics. Current events and issues will be considered at a time when attention has been focused on the country through the World Cup and the Olympics.

The transcript and downloadable versions of the lecture are available from the Gresham College website: http://www.gresham.ac.uk/lectures-and-events/brazils-challenges-development-or-decay

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