The Capoeira Guidebook: Investigations into the Culture, History, and Philosophy of the Afro-Brazili

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The Afro-Brazilian art form capoeira—a martial art with elements of dance, acrobatics, and music—is a huge, complex phenomenon. Any capoeira student looking to delve into capoeira’s rich culture needs a signpost here and there—something to color in the edges of their knowledge and bring all the little distinct pieces together. From samba and maculelê to Brazilian history and malícia, the Guidebook offers helpful thoughts and analysis for capoeira players looking to learn more about capoeira’s full depth. Capoeira is a complicated, diffuse art form with many contradictory elements. With careful research, The Capoeira Guidebook gives insight into the strange process by which Afro-Brazilian culture and capoeira affect and mold each other. By looking at Brazil’s history, Afro-Brazilian traditions, and capoeira’s ecosystem, we can gain a better understanding of the peculiar nature of the dance-fight in the roda. The Capoeira Guidebook is a perceptive and innovative look at the world of capoeira. With a little bit of everything—history, culture, philosophy, practice, and evolution—it’s an invaluable resource for any capoeira player.

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