The Mystery of Samba : Popular Music and National Identity in Brazil

by Hermano Vianna

History Music Cultural Studies

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Hermano Vianna explores samba as both popular music and a powerful expression of Brazilian national identity. The book examines the cultural significance of samba and its place in Brazil, making it a focused work for readers interested in music, society, history, and the formation of national culture.

ISBN-13 9780807847664 ASIN 0807847666 Views 307 Publisher The University of North Carolina Press Year 1999 Edition 50121st Format Paperback Product Group Book Pages 168 Adult No Created February 12, 2026 Updated October 22, 2026

About This Book

The Mystery of Samba examines the relationship between popular music and national identity in Brazil.

Written by Hermano Vianna, the book focuses on samba as a significant part of Brazilian culture.

It considers how music can reflect, shape, and express ideas about a nation and its identity.

This edition is listed as a used book in good condition.

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