Rebellion on the Amazon

Explore the gripping history of the Brazilian Amazon in "Rebellion on the Amazon" by Mark Harris, published by Cambridge University Press in 2010. This hardback edition spans 352 pages and delves into one of Brazil's most significant peasant uprisings, the Cabanagem, which erupted in the late 1830s. Harris intricately examines how rebels managed to seize control of provincial governance for over a year, highlighting the broader socio-economic context of late colonial and early national Brazil. This comprehensive account not only enriches your understanding of this pivotal moment in history but also invites readers to reflect on the complex interplay of power, resistance, and identity in the Amazon region. A must-read for history enthusiasts and anyone interested in Brazilian culture and societal transformations.