The rhythms of samba music fill the streets and dancers and musicians parade by in fancy costumes - it's Carnival time in Rio and the city is host to the world's biggest party. Packed with fascinating details and full-color images, Brazil the Culture explains the many and varied cultural celebrations of South America's largest country. Special spreads explain the origins of religious festivals and the music and dance of Brazil. Topics include:
• the many religions and spiritual beliefs of Brazil's people
• the music of Brazil's barrios
• a "how to" lesson for Samba dance
• the national foods of Brazil and their history