John Armitage's 'The History of Brazil' provides a comprehensive overview of Brazil's early independence period, from the arrival of the Portuguese royal family in 1808 to the abdication of Pedro I in 1831. Armitage covers the politics, economics, and social issues of the era, highlighting the struggles and achievements of this fascinating period in Brazil's history. This book is perfect for those interested in Latin American history, as well as anyone looking for a well-researched, engaging read. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.