Juliana Barbassa (Books)

Juliana Barbassa Books

Juliana Barbassa is an author whose work delves deeply into complex social and political issues. Her literary approach is firmly rooted in her extensive journalism background, which has provided her with a profound understanding of the world. Through her writing, she explores the impact of global events on local communities, often focusing on the human stories behind major happenings. Her style is characterized by its depth and analytical insight, offering readers a nuanced perspective on the issues.

Dancing with the Devil in the City of God: Rio de Janeiro and the Olympic Dream

352 pages
13 hours of reading

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Rio de Janeiro is a city of extremes: from Carnaval's hedonistic delights, to the poverty of the favelas, to the softly seductive samba beat. But there's a dark side to this beautiful city: for years, Rio was ravaged by inflation, drug wars, and crooked leaders, and the legacy of decades of corruption can be seen in the very real struggles the city faces today. Now, Rio is ready to remake itself, this time into a global, modern capital ready for its turn on the world stage with the Olympics in 2016. But at what price? Armed with sharp prose and a reporter's instinct, Rio-born journalist Juliana Barbassa brings a firsthand glimpse of what's really happening in Rio (the good, the bad, and the maddening). She paints a fascinating picture of this city "on the brink," explaining how Rio will succeed (or fail) based on the choices its leaders and citizens make today. But through it all, she never loses sight of the human face of Rio.