Uneven Encounters: Making Race and Nation in Brazil and the United States

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The book explores the cultural exchange and racial construction between the early 20th century United States and Brazil, highlighting how notions of nation and race were interlinked through dialogues among various groups, including scholars, performers, and politicians. It examines the impact of these interactions on the formation of identity and cultural narratives in both countries, revealing the complexities of their shared histories and the influence of cultural diplomacy on societal perceptions of race and nationality.