Dismantling of Brazil's Old Republic

This book follows the progression of the political and cultural upheavals in early 20th century Brazil, with special focus on the rebelling young military officers and the modernist artists, highlighting their internal controversies and evolving ideologies.

Ilan Rachum

Foreword Placing October 1930 in Its Latin American Context The Old Republic: Structures and Values Cultural Change and the Undermining of Hierarchies Alberto Torres: A Critic of His Nation When Artists Launch a Struggle for Modern Values Violent Protests of Inarticulate Young Officers A Notable Addition: The Urban Oppositions A Shift in the Evaluation of National Issues Two Years of Revolutionary Effervescence A Revolution? Yes, but Not the One Promised A long and Tortuous Aftermath Bibliography Index