Cruz das Almas, a Brazilian Village.
Dados Bibliográficos
AUTOR(ES) | |
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ANO | 1952 |
TIPO | Book |
PERIÓDICO | The Hispanic American Historical Review |
ISSN | 0018-2168 |
E-ISSN | 1527-1900 |
EDITORA | JSTOR |
DOI | 10.2307/2508845 |
ADICIONADO EM | 2025-08-29 |
MD5 |
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Resumo
This article presents a community study of Cruz das Almas, a small village in the Recôncavo region of Bahia, Brazil. It details the village's history, geography, economy, social structure, and religious practices. The authors emphasize the importance of understanding the local context and the interplay of various factors in shaping the lives of the villagers. They highlight the influence of the plantation system, the role of kinship ties, and the significance of religious festivals in the community. The study also touches upon the challenges faced by the villagers, including poverty, limited access to education and healthcare, and the impact of external forces on their traditional way of life.