For many people, Brazil conjures up images of football, Carnaval, and fine coffee, but it's much more than beaches and bossa nova. If we had to choose one word to describe the country, it would probably be diversity. The variety of lifestyles, ethnic groups, landscapes, and climates Brazil encompasses is quite simply enormous. This guide provides you with a comprehensive introduction to everything you need to know.-- Amazon.com.

Land and people -- Values and attitudes -- Customs and traditions -- Making friends -- Daily life -- Time out -- Travel, health, and safety -- Business briefing -- Communicating.