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Author Silva, José Borzachiello da, author.

Title French-Brazilian geography : the influence of French geography in Brazil / José Borzacchiello da Silva.

Publication Info. Switzerland : Springer, 2016.

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Description 1 online resource (xiv, 122 pages).
text file PDF
Physical Medium polychrome
Series SpringerBriefs in Latin American studies, 2366-763X
SpringerBriefs in Latin American studies.
Bibliography Includes bibliographical references.
Summary This book analyses the development of geography as a scientific discipline in Brazil, highlighting how the established partnerships with French geographers have helped shape scientific progress in the country. It connects economic development and politics with the study of geography in Brazil. The author, José Borzacchiello da Silva, includes interviews with renowned French geographers, documenting their insight into the French contribution to geography in Brazil. The research partnerships established have been significant to the foundation and growth of the discipline in the country.
Contents 1. Introduction -- 2. Antecedents: French geography in Brazil -- 3. The Hegemony of French geography in Brazil 4. Periodization? A suggestion -- 5. New Geographers enter the scene -- 6. Brazil in France -- 7. Theses produced by Brazilians in France -- 8. Conclusions.
Local Note eBooks on EBSCOhost EBSCO eBook Subscription Academic Collection - North America
Language English.
Subject Geography -- Brazil.
Geography.
Brazil.
Human geography.
International relations.
SCIENCE -- Earth Sciences -- Geography.
TRAVEL -- Budget.
TRAVEL -- Hikes & Walks.
TRAVEL -- Museums, Tours, Points of Interest.
TRAVEL -- Parks & Campgrounds.
Genre/Form Electronic books.
Electronic books.
Other Form: Printed edition: 9783319310220
ISBN 9783319310237 (electronic book)
3319310232 (electronic book)
3319310224 (print)
9783319310220 (print)
9783319310220 (print)
Standard No. 10.1007/978-3-319-31023-7