Robert Levine: 32 books
Human Conditions
The Cultural Basis of Educational Developments
Language: English
Release Date: April 28, 2017
First published in 1986, this book proposes and illustrates a new approach to the comparative analysis of educational policy, based on anthropological and historical inquiry. It reviews the transitions of Western countries, Japan, and the People’s Republic of China and in doing so investigates cultural...
by Seymour Drescher, Hebe Maria Mattos de Castro, George Reid Andrews
Language: English
Release Date: July 12, 2013
Language: English
Release Date: July 12, 2013
In May 1888 the Brazilian parliament passed, and Princess Isabel (acting for her father, Emperor Pedro II) signed, the lei aurea, or Golden Law, providing for the total abolition of slavery. Brazil thereby became the last “civilized nation” to part with slavery as a legal institution. The freeing...
by Robert M. Levine
Language: English
Release Date: June 16, 2016
Language: English
Release Date: June 16, 2016
Focusing on Brazil, this text covers issues such as: the legacy of colour; social realities; and diversions and assertive behaviour.
Bitita's Diary: The Autobiography of Carolina Maria de Jesus
The Autobiography of Carolina Maria de Jesus
Language: English
Release Date: May 20, 2015
Carolina Maria de Jesus (1914-1977), nicknamed Bitita, was a destitute black Brazilian woman born in the rural interior who migrated to the industrial city of Sao Paulo. This is her autobiography, which includes details about her experiences of race relations and sexual intimidation.