Carnavalia!: African-Brazilian Folklore and Crafts

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Carnavalia!: African-Brazilian Folklore and Crafts (1994)

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Year: 1994
Pages: 48
Binding Hardcover

Product Code: 0756777607

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by Liza Papi (au) (il)
Carnivals rule the streets of Brazil from Christmas to Ash Wednesday. This is a time of performances, merrymaking, and feasting that blends Catholic beliefs with African and Portuguese heritage into a variety of public celebrations. This wonderful book presents the folklore behind the festivities, explaining the significance of the colorful costumes, dances, and characters. Brazilian artist Liza Papi translates the energy and the rich traditions of northeastern Brazil into her vibrant, hand-colored, woodcut prints. Also, this unique storybook offers instructions on festive, easy-to-make decorations and costumes from common supplies such as newspapers, wheat paste, felt, colored paper, and nontoxic paints and glue. (1994)

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