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# Tropical Truth: A Story Of Music And Revolution In Brazil

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## Customer Reviews

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    Difficult to read in English
  

*by B***N on Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on June 29, 2006*

The problem is the translation.  Not knowing Portuguese though, I can only assume that Caetano writes eloquently in his native language.  I base this on having watched the DVD Outros Doces Barbaros, the 25th reunion of Doces Barbaros (w/ Gil, Gal, and Bethania). Here, based on the English subtitles, he articulates his ideas very clearly.BUT, this book is very tedious to read: long complex sentences that I suspect are a result of literal equivalencies i.e. word for word--instead of conceptual ones.  I had to start the book 3 times before I could finally finish it. I am a musician who is a great admirer of Brazilian pop music and this book is a great resource and reference tool. If you can wade through the verbiage, it is a very rewarding read.  All in all, kudos to Caetano.  Just next time, he should hire a better translator.

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    An unusual and fascinating memoir.
  

*by A***. on Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on March 27, 2005*

If one were to compare "Tropical Truth" with critical writings on Tropicália, it would seem unusual that Caetano Veloso writes more as an observer rather than a central figure in the development of an artistic movement that impacted contemporary Brazilian music. Veloso approaches the subject with remarkable erudition, surprising detachment, and subtle humor; and the result is as much a historical record as it is a meditation on the people, places and events of the time.My only complaint would be regarding the editing. Veloso writes using long sentences--unwittingly imitating Saramago, perhaps?--and the translation could have used a bit more polish. Otherwise, it is an excellent work from an equally excellent artist.

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    Brazil's Musical Rebels
  

*by D***L on Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on October 5, 2016*

Comparable to Ruy Castro's frank and detailed journalistic history of the Bossa Nova, a musical movement begun in the 1950s, this autobiographical account by Caetano Veloso, co-founder of the Tropicália protest movement of the 1960s, continues the story of Brazilian music. Despite the lack of footnotes, this book is scholarly and is filled with events and persons and cultural references that would please the musicologist and historian but not the general reader. Translations always have the problem of disappointing a reader versed in the original language, but I had no problem with sentence structure and wording, even if the idioms and metaphors are different. The period in world history in which this book is set is important, for the cultural revolutions and social disruptions occurring in the United States, Paris, Prague, and China were happening to an extent in Brazil. We hippies and political radicals found ourselves in jail and so did Caetano and his colleague Gilberto Gil; indeed, they were forced into exile afterwards, with London becoming temporary home. This book describes the rise of rebellion, the musical mainstream, and the 'sins' that lead to reprisal by the military government. Throughout, I am surprised how often Caetano regards himself mediocre in talent as a musician and songwriter (compared to, for instance, João Gilberto, his pal Gil, and his sister Maria Bethânia). In short, I admit to be a special case, and, for me, the book was a worthwhile read that provided a deeper appreciation of the music and its development. Others may find the book less satisfying. Consider the caveats and your own background and interests before obtaining this book.

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