Tradition Matters: Modern Gaúcho Identity in Brazil

by Ruben Oliven and Ruben George Oliven

This is a study of the cowboys of southern Brazil. It explores tradition, identity and change amongst the Gauchos in the Brazilian border state of Rio Grande do Sul, who have undergone many incarnations over the years, including vagabonds, cattle thieves, ranch workers and warriors.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0231104251
• ISBN13: 9780231104258
• Release Date: September 1996
• Publisher: Columbia University Press
• Length: 160 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 8.9"
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher