★★★★★ “Amazing!” - Reader Review___Rick Waters, part-time detective and wannabe boat captain, has just solved the biggest case of his life and bought the yacht of his dreams.As he embarks on a journey to start a charter business in Destin and track down a lost treasure supposedly buried in the Florida Keys, a new mystery appears in the form of Emily, an attractive gray-haired woman who claims to have been kidnapped and had her appearance surgically altered..Emily has been accused of murdering her late husband, and she begs for Rick’s help to prove she is innocent.Intrigued by the case, Rick agrees to help her find the truth about what happened to her. Emily is sure the people behind her abduction want to take credit for her work as a scientist. She claims she has developed a drug that may be the cure to mankind’s deadliest disease.The trail leads Rick from Florida to Grand Cayman and all the way to Switzerland, as he uncovers clues about the man Emily believes killed her husband and stole her drug.The skilled detective must prove who Emily really is and release her miraculous drug before the people who abducted Emily figure out he’s on to them.Rick will be have everything he needs to solve the case except, time.Get ready for a nonstop thrill ride! Read more

What is the hardest challenge you’ve faced as a student of the Portuguese language?You can work hard on your grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation, but being able to communicate naturally isn’t easy.In fact, the toughest part of learning Portuguese is knowing how to speak like a native.Most textbooks are made to teach you the traditional rules and structures of a language and are great for getting around the grammar and spelling questions you may have.However, how many of them provide you the tools necessary to have a common conversation with a best friend or someone you’ve just met? Not many at all.Language learners often complain about this – a lack of material that can help you familiarize yourself with the most common phrases used in everyday conversation and in native surroundings.For this reason, we at Lingo Mastery have developed Easy Portuguese Phrase Book: Over 1500 Common Phrases for Everyday Use and Travel for you, our favorite language-learner, so that you may find the best expressions for common usage in Portuguese and communicate with your Portuguese speaking friends, colleagues and client without any issue!In this book:An introduction with a detailed guide on how to pronounce vowels and consonants (as well as their combinations) in the Brazilian Portuguese tongue.A list of over 1500 common phrases in Portuguese, with an accurate translation in English for your understanding.A phonetics pronunciation guide of each and every word in the phrases, included after every translation.Finally, a conclusion to make sure you’ve learned and supply you with a final list of tips.Your days struggling with natural communication with natives is finally over. Our Easy Portuguese Phrase Book is here.It’s time for you to take your Portuguese to the next level. Read more

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Do you know what the hardest thing for a Portuguese learner is?Finding PROPER reading material that they can handle…which is precisely the reason we’ve written this book!Teachers love giving out tough, expert-level literature to their students, books that present many new problems to the reader and force them to search for words in a dictionary every five minutes — it’s not entertaining, useful or motivating for the student at all, and many soon give up on learning at all!In this book we have compiled 20 easy-to-read, compelling and fun stories that will allow you to expand your vocabulary and give you the tools to improve your grasp of the wonderful Portuguese tongue.How Portuguese Short Stories for Beginners works:Each story is interesting and entertaining with realistic dialogues and day-to-day situations.The summaries follow a synopsis in Portuguese and in English of what you just read, both to review the lesson and for you to see if you understood what the tale was about.At the end of those summaries, you’ll be provided with a list of the most relevant vocabulary involved in the lesson, as well as slang and sayings that you may not have understood at first glance!Finally, you’ll be provided with a set of tricky questions in Portuguese, providing you with the chance to prove that you learned something in the story. Don’t worry if you don’t know the answer to any — we will provide them immediately after, but no cheating!We want you to feel comfortable while learning the tongue; after all, no language should be a barrier for you to travel around the world and expand your social circles!So look no further! Pick up your copy of Portuguese Short Stories for Beginners and start learning Portuguese right now!This book has been written by a native Brazilian author and is recommended for A2+ level learners. Read more

If you want to learn the Portuguese language without any previous knowledge, then keep reading...Are you…?quite busy and in need of a precise, but thorough, resource to learn Portuguese?traveling to or working in a Portuguese-speaking country?Or do you…want to connect with people, while keeping your personality when speaking Portuguese, instead of just learning how to “tourist-talk”?want to learn phrases that you can use to navigate social situations and help you make friends and new connections?If your answer to these questions is “yes,” then this book is here to help.Learning a new language is such an amazing tool that allows people from different parts of the world to connect more easily.That leads, more importantly, to deeper and more meaningful connections as well.In the case of the Portuguese language, several countries have it as the official language, making it the sixth most spoken idiom on Earth, with 170 million speakers worldwide.This means that learning it grants you the possibility of making friends or finding job opportunities in the most obscure places you can imagine.This book is divided into three parts:The Very BasicsGrammarConversationYou’ll also find many fun quizzes throughout the book that will allow you to practice your skills.So, what are you waiting for? Grab this book now, and start learning Portuguese today! Read more

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Lonely Planet's Brazil is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the country has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Explore the tropical Fernando de Noronha, experience wildlife watching in The Pantanal, and discover the baroque masterpieces in Ouro Preto; all with your trusted travel companion.Inside Lonely Planet's Brazil Travel Guide:Lonely Planet's Top Picks - a visually inspiring collection of the destination's best experiences and where to have themItineraries help you build the ultimate trip based on your personal needs and interestsLocal insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - whether it's history, people, music, landscapes, wildlife, politicsEating and drinking - get the most out of your gastronomic experience as we reveal the regional dishes and drinks you have to tryDedicated Carnival chapterToolkit - all of the planning tools for solo travelers, LGBTQIA+ travelers, family travelers and accessible travelColor maps and images throughoutLanguage - essential phrases and language tipsInsider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spotsCovers Rio de Janeiro, Minas Gerais and Espírito Santo, Sao Paulo State, Parana, Santa Catarina, Rio Grande do Sul, Brasilia and Goias, Mato Grosso and Mato Grosso do Sul, Bahia, Sergipe and Alagoas, Pernambuco, Paraiba and Rio Grande do Norte, Ceara, Piaui and Maranhao, The AmazonAbout Lonely Planet:Lonely Planet, a Red Ventures Company, is the world's number one travel guidebook brand. Providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveler since 1973, Lonely Planet reaches hundreds of millions of travelers each year online and in print and helps them unlock amazing experiences. Visit us at lonelyplanet.com and join our community of followers on Facebook (facebook.com/lonelyplanet), Twitter (@lonelyplanet), Instagram (instagram.com/lonelyplanet), and TikTok (@lonelyplanet).'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveler's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.'  Fairfax Media (Australia) Read more

Brazil: 62 Fascinating Facts For Kids for 9-12-year-oldsThe country of Brazil has been in existence for 500 years, ever since Portuguese explorers crossed the Atlantic Ocean and settled there.Nowadays, Brazil is an energetic and cosmopolitan country, having attracted people from all over the world to live and work there.Brazil is a country of contrasts, with vibrant cities, vast areas of rolling countryside and the largest tropical rainforest in the world.Shirley Lucas brings you a wide-ranging list of facts about Brazil, describing its history, landscape, what life in Brazil is like today - and much more.Going through a long book can often be overwhelming for a child, but Lucas explains the facts about Brazil in 62 easy to understand segments.We hope that that you will be fascinated by the facts about Brazil in our book and that you will be encouraged to discover more about the wonderful country of Brazil.This book is suitable for 9-year-olds and older.Chapters:Where is Brazil? | Brazil History | Climate & Landscape | Life in Brazil | The Amazon & the Rainforest | Cities & Countryside | Food & Drink | Assorted Brazil Facts Read more

The perfect phrasebook when you want to know just enough to enjoy yourself abroadYour ideal companion for traveling--especially if you are a first-timer with little or no foreign language experience--Just Enough Portuguese packs all the punch of bigger references into a concise, user-friendly format. This handy, pocket-size guide covers everything from days, months, currencies, and clothing sizes to food, shelter, and medical assistance. Read more

An Economist Best Book of 2023 A thrilling biography of the Indigenous Brazilian explorer, scientist, stateseman, and conservationist who guided Theodore Roosevelt on his journey down the River of Doubt.Cândido Rondon is by any measure the greatest tropical explorer in history. Between 1890 and 1930, he navigated scores of previously unmapped rivers, traversed untrodden mountain ranges, and hacked his way through jungles so inhospitable that even native peoples had avoided them―and led Theodore Roosevelt and his son, Kermit, on their celebrated “River of Doubt” journey in 1913–14. Upon leaving the Brazilian Army in 1930 with the rank of a two-star general, Rondon, himself of indigenous descent, devoted the remainder of his life to not only writing about the region’s flora and fauna, but also advocating for the peoples who inhabited the rainforest and lobbying for the creation of a system of national parks. Despite his many achievements―which include laying down a 1,200-mile telegraph line through the heart of the Amazon and three nominations for the Nobel Peace Prize―Rondon has never received his due. Originally published in Brazil, Into the Amazon is the first comprehensive biography of his life and remarkable career. 8 pages of illustrations Read more

A sweeping and absorbing biography of Brazil, from the sixteenth century to the presentFor many Americans, Brazil is a land of contradictions: vast natural resources and entrenched corruption; extraordinary wealth and grinding poverty; beautiful beaches and violence-torn favelas. Brazil occupies a vivid place in the American imagination, and yet it remains largely unknown. In an extraordinary journey that spans five hundred years, from European colonization to the 2016 Summer Olympics, Lilia M. Schwarcz and Heloisa M. Starling’s Brazil offers a rich, dramatic history of this complex country. The authors not only reconstruct the epic story of the nation but follow the shifting byways of food, art, and popular culture; the plights of minorities; and the ups and downs of economic cycles. Drawing on a range of original scholarship in history, anthropology, political science, and economics, Schwarcz and Starling reveal a long process of unfinished social, political, and economic progress and struggle, a story in which the troubled legacy of the mixing of races and postcolonial political dysfunction persist to this day. Read more

La edición especial de marzo de DW Magazine, dedicada a Brasil, invita a los lectores a sumergirse en un país vibrante y lleno de matices, donde la riqueza cultural, la diversidad natural y el dinamismo económico se entrelazan en una danza continua de tradición y modernidad.Brasil: Un Gigante Económico en MovimientoBrasil, con su vasto territorio y abundantes recursos, ha sabido establecerse como el motor económico de América Latina. En esta edición, DW Magazine explora cómo, a pesar de los desafíos recientes, el país sigue avanzando con pasos firmes. La agricultura, profundamente enraizada en su historia, impulsa su crecimiento a través de la exportación de productos esenciales como la soja y el café. Pero más allá de los campos, emergen nuevas fuerzas: la industria tecnológica y la energía renovable, que están transformando el paisaje económico brasileño y proyectándolo hacia un futuro más sostenible.En este mosaico de oportunidades, se destaca la resiliencia de su pueblo, que encuentra en cada crisis una semilla de transformación. Sin embargo, los contrastes son inevitables. La desigualdad social, latente en las favelas que se entretejen en sus grandes metrópolis, continúa siendo uno de los retos más profundos, recordando que el progreso también debe ser inclusivo.Un Crisol Cultural InagotableLa cultura brasileña es un crisol de influencias que brotan con una intensidad única. En las páginas de esta edición especial, DW Magazine celebra esa fusión vibrante de raíces africanas, europeas e indígenas que han dado lugar a un universo creativo sin igual. Desde las pasarelas de moda de São Paulo hasta las galerías de arte contemporáneo, Brasil respira innovación, creatividad y una profunda conexión con sus tradiciones.No se podría hablar de Brasil sin mencionar el Carnaval, una explosión de color y vida que, más allá de su vertiente festiva, encarna el espíritu indomable del país. DW Magazine lo retrata como una expresión no solo cultural, sino también económica, donde millones de brasileños encuentran oportunidades y el país se convierte en el epicentro del mundo por unos días. Cada samba, cada disfraz, es testimonio de una resistencia ancestral y una celebración de la vida.El Paraíso del Turismo y la NaturalezaEl paisaje brasileño es tan vasto y diverso como su cultura. DW Magazine nos lleva en un viaje por los rincones mágicos de Brasil, desde las playas interminables de la costa hasta el misterio de la Amazonía, un reino verde que palpita como el verdadero pulmón del planeta. En un mundo que busca cada vez más el turismo sostenible, Brasil se posiciona como un destino clave para aquellos que anhelan una conexión más profunda con la naturaleza.La revista también pone de relieve cómo, tras las sombras de la pandemia, el turismo en Brasil está resurgiendo con fuerza, pero con una nueva conciencia. Los viajeros no solo buscan las grandes metrópolis como Río de Janeiro o São Paulo, sino que ahora se adentran en las selvas, en las aguas del Pantanal, en busca de aventuras que les permitan no solo ver, sino sentir el latido del planeta. Read more

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Lonely Planet’s Brazil is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Marvel at Iguacu Falls, take a jungle trip, and frolick in the waves at Ipanema Beach; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Brazil and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet’s Brazil Travel Guide: Up-to-date information - all businesses were rechecked before publication to ensure they are still open after 2020’s COVID-19 outbreakNEW top experiences feature - a visually inspiring collection of Brazil’s best experiences and where to have them NEW pull-out, passport-size 'Just Landed' card with wi-fi, ATM and transport info - all you need for a smooth journey from airport to hotelPlanning tools for family travelers - where to go, how to save money, plus fun stuff just for kidsColor maps and images throughoutHighlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interestsInsider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spotsEssential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, websites, transit tips, pricesHonest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks missCultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - history, people, music, landscapes, wildlife, cuisine, politicsOver 115 maps Covers Rio de Janeiro, Minas Gerais & Espírito Santo, Sao Paulo State, Parana, Santa Catarina, Rio Grande do Sul, Brasilia & Goias, Mato Grosso & Mato Grosso do Sul, Bahia, Sergipe & Alagoas, Pernambuco, Paraiba & Rio Grande do Norte, Ceara, Piaui & Maranhao, The Amazon The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet’s Brazil, our most comprehensive guide to Brazil, is perfect for both exploring top sights and taking roads less traveled.  Looking for just the highlights? Check out Pocket Rio de Janeiro, a handy-sized guide focused on the can't-miss sights for a quick trip.About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveler since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and phrasebooks for 120 languages, and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travelers. You'll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, videos, 14 languages, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more, enabling you to explore every day.  'Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.' – New York Times 'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveler's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' – Fairfax Media (Australia) Read more

My First 100 Portuguese Words (Minhas Primeiras 100 Palavras em Português) is part of a collection of Brazilian Portuguese books for kids in English, Brazilian Portuguese, and Portuguese phonetic spelling that covers early everyday concepts for children. The board book features professional Portuguese translations and durable pages for little hands to flip, allowing even the youngest of readers to access bilingual learning during their sensitive period for language development. Supported by research that real pictures help support early object recognition, the book provides families with a beautiful presentation of over a hundred everyday words. The book includes: Over 100 English and Brazilian Portuguese words and is great for rapidly building vocabulary Concepts grouped into themes like vehicles, animals, feelings, food, and more that reflect children’s interests Colorful photographs of real life objects and people that kids can easily relate to Words found in Brazilian culture and heritageProfessional translations by an experienced translatorDurable laminated pages that will not tear and is easy to flip for little handsLab tested for safety: Product complies to CPSIA and ASTM F936 standards for childrenThe book offers a great way to learn the most widely used form of Portuguese early on from the most formative years. Even non-native speakers can join in the fun of learning Portuguese by using the phonetic spelling to sound out words.We make bilingual books in Portuguese Brazil accessible. These books are great for families on the hunt for books for kids in Portuguese, baby book Portuguese, or Portuguese English childrens books. With its wide variety of themes and vibrant photographs, the book is sure to be read over and over again! Read more

"Through the Brazilian Wilderness" by Theodore Roosevelt is an adventurous tale of exploration and discovery. Written by the former President of the United States himself, this narrative recounts Roosevelt's daring expedition into the heart of the Amazon rainforest. With vivid descriptions and captivating storytelling, Roosevelt takes readers on a thrilling journey through rugged terrain, dense jungles, and encounters with exotic wildlife. Beyond the excitement of exploration, the book also delves into Roosevelt's reflections on nature, indigenous cultures, and the importance of conservation. "Through the Brazilian Wilderness" is not only an enthralling adventure story but also a testament to Roosevelt's adventurous spirit and his enduring love for the natural world. Read more

Don't just see the sights―get to know the people. For many people, Brazil conjures up images of football, Carnaval, and fine coffee, but it's much more than beaches and bossa nova. If we had to choose one word to describe the country, it would probably be diversity. The variety of lifestyles, ethnic groups, landscapes, and climates Brazil encompasses is quite simply enormous. This guide provides you with a comprehensive introduction to everything you need to know. Jeitinho is how Brazilians deal creatively with life’s everyday complications. Literally translated as a “little way,” in practice it means that where there is a will there is also usually a way, regardless of the rules and regulations that may be in place. The jeitinho is so ingrained in daily life that you can see examples everywhere; managing to get a seat when all the places are booked up, traveling with more luggage than is allowed, or successfully ordering something that isn’t even on the menu. Culture Smart! Brazil is your guide to understanding the Brazilian people, their values, and the complexities of their national identity. Familiarize yourself with their traditions, culture, and way of life and your experience in this beautiful and life-affirming country will be greatly enriched. Have a more meaningful and successful time abroad through a better understanding of the local culture. Chapters on values, attitudes, customs, and daily life will help you make the most of your visit, while tips on etiquette and communication will help you navigate unfamiliar situations and avoid faux pas. Read more

The life of Colonel Fawcett is now the subject of the major motion picture The Lost City of Z.The disappearance of Colonel Fawcett in the Matto Grosso remains one of the great unsolved mysteries. In 1925, Fawcett was convinced that he had discovered the location of a lost city; he had set out with two companions, one of whom was his eldest son, to destination 'Z', never to be heard of again. His younger son, Brian Fawcett, has compiled this book from letters and records left by his father, whose last written words to his wife were: 'You need have no fear of any failure . . .' This is the thrilling and mysterious account of Fawcett's ten years of travels in deadly jungles and forests in search of a secret city. Read more

If you want to learn Portuguese in less time, then keep reading...Two manuscripts in one book:Portuguese: How to Learn Portuguese Fast, Including Grammar, Short Stories, and Useful PhrasesPortuguese Short Stories: 11 Simple Stories for Beginners Who Want to Learn Portuguese in Less Time While Also Having FunAre you sick and tired of not being able to learn Portuguese fast?Have you tried endless other ways of learning Portuguese but nothing seems to stick?Do you finally want to say goodbye to your tendency to 'forget most of what you've studied' and discover something which works for you?If so, then you’ve come to the right place. You see, Portuguese is easier than it seems.Not only will this book give you the basic grammar rules, but also many fun phrases for you to practice.If you’ve never studied Portuguese before or if you’ve studied it but you need to go back to the basics to get better, this handbook will provide you with what you need, especially if you are planning on traveling to Portuguese-speaking country!Some of the topics covered in part 1 of this book:First Things FirstThe FundamentalsShort StoriesBasic sentencesAnd much, much moreThe goal of the second part of the book is to teach Portuguese in the most effective way possible. It adopts a semi-communicative method—the storytelling approach. Telling stories is an effective educational tool because learners become engaged with the narrative and therefore remember the story effortlessly, the vocabulary associated with it, as well as making it easier to recognize sentence patterns.So if you want to learn the Portuguese language fast and in a fun way, scroll up and click the "add to cart" button! Read more

Discover the Amazing World of Capybaras!Did you know that capybaras are the world's largest rodents and love to nap in giant cuddle piles? Or that they can hold their breath underwater for up to five minutes to hide from predators?In The Ultimate Capybara Book for Kids, you'll explore the wild and wonderful life of these friendly giants! Packed with 100+ fascinating facts, stunning photos, a quiz, and a fun word search, this book is perfect for curious kids who love animals.Inside, you’ll learn:• Where capybaras live and why they love water• What they eat (including a surprising snack!)• How they talk to each other using whistles, barks, and purrs• Why birds, monkeys, and even other animals love hanging out with them• How YOU can help protect capybaras and their wetland homesWhether you're a capybara superfan or just discovering these adorable, chill creatures, this book is the perfect way to learn everything there is to know about nature’s most easygoing animal!Perfect for kids aged 7-12 who love animals, nature, and fun facts! Read more