Culture Is Our Weapon: Making Music and Changing Lives in Rio de Janeiro
Patrick Neate; Damian Platt
ISBN 10: 0143116746 ISBN 13: 9780143116745
Published by Penguin Publishing Group, 2010
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Synopsis:
An inspiring mission to rescue young people from drugs and violence with music
At a time when interest in Brazilian culture has reached an all-time high, and the stories of one person's ability to improve the lives of others has captured so many hearts, this unique book takes readers to the frontlines of a battle raging over control of the nation's poorest areas. Culture Is Our Weapon tells the story of Grupo Cultural AfroReggae, a Rio-based organization employing music and an appreciation for black culture to inspire residents of the favelas, or shantytowns, to resist the drugs that are ruining their neighborhoods. This is an inspiring look at an artistic explosion and the best and worst of Brazilian society.
About the Author:
Patrick Neate is the author of the National Book Critics Circle Award winner Where You're At, as well as four novels.
Damian Platt lives in Rio de Janeiro and works with AfroReggae.
Caetano Veloso is a musician, writer, and political activist.
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Bibliographic Details
Title: Culture Is Our Weapon: Making Music and ...
Publisher: Penguin Publishing Group
Publication Date: 2010
Binding: Paperback
Condition: Good
Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket