This book is a detailed analysis of the economic, political, and social conditions in Brazil during the late 19th century, written by the American diplomat and expert on Latin America, Christopher Columbus Andrews. It covers everything from the country's agricultural and industrial output to its customs and traditions, and provides a fascinating glimpse into a society in transition. With its detailed research and engaging writing style, this book is essential reading for anyone interested in Brazilian history or Latin American studies. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.