Author: Mary Wilhelmine Williams Publisher: ISBN: Category : Biography & Autobiography Languages : en Pages : 458
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This biography of Dom Pedro's reign tells how he met the problems arising from relations with the neighboring South American states, the premature political system of his own country, the struggle between church and state, the abolition of slavery, and the fostering of education. He died in exile after ruling Brazil for nearly fifty years but is ranked among the finest personalities of his time. Originally published in 1937. A UNC Press Enduring Edition -- UNC Press Enduring Editions use the latest in digital technology to make available again books from our distinguished backlist that were previously out of print. These editions are published unaltered from the original, and are presented in affordable paperback formats, bringing readers both historical and cultural value.
Author: Roderick J. Barman Publisher: Stanford University Press ISBN: 9780804744003 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 582
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In the history of post-colonial Latin America no person has held power so firmly and for so long as did Pedro II as emperor of Brazil. This is the first full-length biography in 60 years, and the first in any language to make close use of Pedro II's diaries and family papers.
Author: Lilia Moritz Schwarcz Publisher: Hill & Wang ISBN: 9780809042197 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 436
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Traces the origins and history of the Brazilian monarchy, the contrast between the empire in Brazil and the trend of establishing republics throughout the New World, and the impact of the reign of Dom Pedro II on the evolution of modern Brazil.
Author: Gloria Kaiser Publisher: Ariadne Press (CA) ISBN: Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 412
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A novelistic biography of the Hapsburg prince who reigned in Brazil as it evolved into an 18th century republic and then abdicated rather than face a civil war. Translated from the German work Pedro II. von Brasilien. Der Sohn der Habsburgerin. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
Author: Source Wikipedia Publisher: Booksllc.Net ISBN: 9781230774459 Category : Languages : en Pages : 48
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Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. Pages: 46. Chapters: Apogee of Pedro II of Brazil, Consolidation of Pedro II of Brazil, Decline and fall of Pedro II of Brazil, Early life of Pedro II of Brazil, Exile and death of Pedro II of Brazil, Growth of Pedro II of Brazil, Legacy of Pedro II of Brazil, Pedro II of Brazil in the Paraguayan War. Excerpt: Dom Pedro II (English: Peter II; 2 December 1825 - 5 December 1891), nicknamed "the Magnanimous," was the second and last ruler of the Empire of Brazil, reigning for over 58 years. Born in Rio de Janeiro, he was the seventh child of Emperor Dom Pedro I of Brazil and Empress Dona Maria Leopoldina and thus a member of the Brazilian branch of the House of Braganza. His father's abrupt abdication and flight to Europe in 1831 left a five-year-old Pedro II as Emperor and led to a grim and lonely childhood and adolescence. Obliged to spend his time studying in preparation for rule, he knew only brief moments of happiness and encountered few friends of his age. His experiences with court intrigues and political disputes during this period greatly affected his later character. Pedro II grew into a man with a strong sense of duty and devotion toward his country and his people. On the other hand, he increasingly resented his role as monarch. Inheriting an Empire on the verge of disintegration, Pedro II turned Portuguese-speaking Brazil into an emerging power in the international arena. The nation grew to be distinguished from its Hispanic neighbors on account of its political stability, zealously guarded freedom of speech, respect for civil rights, vibrant economic growth and especially for its form of government: a functional, representative parliamentary monarchy. Brazil was also victorious in three international conflicts (the Platine War, the Uruguayan War and the Paraguayan War) under his rule, as well as prevailing in several other...
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