Description: The Why? World History series. This volume covers everything about Brazil. Built on a foundation of history, it's designed to help readers easily understand Brazil's culture, society, politics, and economy. Readers can trace the path of development and hardship that shaped Brazil into what it is today, while exploring various aspects of modern Brazil to understand its unique characteristics, strengths, and challenges. Staying true to the strengths that made the Why? science comics and world history series so beloved, this book is packed with helpful tip boxes summarizing key content and vivid, engaging photographs. At the beginning of each volume, a map along with illustrations of iconic buildings, natural landscapes, or historical events representing the country gives readers an at-a-glance overview and helps with geographic understanding. At the end of the book, special sections on 'World Festivals' and 'World Cultural Heritage' introduce each country's festivals and holidays, as well as natural and cultural heritage sites recognized by UNESCO. Additionally, a 'Comparing World History and Korean History' section presents Korean and world history timelines side by side for easy comparison, enabling connected learning with Korean history. An index is also included to help readers easily find key information. Characteristics of Brazil 1. I Want to Go to Brazil... 8 Brazil's Nature and Environment 2. Standing at the Heart of the Amazon... 31 The History of Brazil 3. The Approaching Threat... 60 4. Close Call! The True Identity of Pererê... 90 Brazil's Politics and Diplomacy 5. Beware of Fakes... 120 Brazil's Economy 6. Catch Pererê... 136 Brazil's Society and Education 7. Between Rivalry and Friendship... 152 Brazil's Culture and Life 8. The Final Victor... 168 A land of passion that could conquer the world, a country of pure fervor! The dazzling carnival overflowing with samba music, soccer that makes hearts race with its exciting rhythm, the mysterious depths of the Amazon rainforest, the lingering aroma of coffee that stays with you—these are the images most of us associate with Brazil. But Brazil is also an economic powerhouse leading not just South America but the world's economy, a technological leader with world-class capabilities in cutting-edge fields like aerospace, and a resource-rich nation with abundant reserves of oil, iron ore, and more. Many scholars predict that Brazil will soon become one of the world's leading nations. However, behind this development lies a dark side—urban poverty and serious crime rates that have become major challenges Brazil must overcome. 《Why? World History: Brazil》 covers all of this about Brazil. Built on a foundation of history, it's designed to help readers easily understand Brazil's culture, society, politics, and economy. Readers can trace the path of development and hardship that shaped Brazil into what it is today, while exploring various aspects of modern Brazil to understand its unique characteristics, strengths, and challenges. Because the book explains everything from an objective and balanced perspective without favoring any particular viewpoint, readers can fully absorb every aspect of Brazil from a truly global point of view. Based on this understanding, readers can also reflect on their own society and consider the role they should play and the direction they should take in our interconnected world. ◈ Planning Intent "Let's Become Global Citizens Who Connect with the World" Today's world is often called the global era. Through social networking services like Twitter and Facebook, the world has become interconnected like a spider's web, allowing people to share opinions and interests in real time across borders and ethnicities. As transportation and communication technology continue to advance, this trend will only intensify, and by the time today's children become the leaders of society, even language barriers may dissolve, making the world truly feel like one village. Communication becomes more effective and genuine when we truly understand one another—true communication happens when we understand each other's history and cultural background. The Why? World History series continues from its 'History by Era' volumes into a new 'History by Country' series. While 'History by Era' traced world history along a timeline from the dawn of humanity to today, 'History by Country' explores nations from Europe to South America and beyond...