Brazilian Elites and their Philanthropy: Wealth at the Service of Development
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This book examines the philanthropy of Brazilian elites during a period of political upheaval, arguing that it reveals the role of corporate and wealth elites in upholding socioeconomic inequality. It combines a structural critique of capitalist ideologies with an exploration of how wealthy Brazilians appropriate philanthropy to legitimize elite reproduction and wealth accumulation.
Format: Hardback
Length: 208 pages
Publication date: 05 November 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
This captivating book delves into the realm of philanthropy among Brazilian elites during a pivotal period in recent Brazilian history, spanning from the final term of Workers Party president Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva to the election of far-right president Jair Bolsonaro. Set against the backdrop of political turmoil, the book poses a thought-provoking question: What insights can philanthropy offer regarding the role of corporate and wealth elites in perpetuating the socio-economic inequalities that continue to shape Brazilian society?
The book makes a compelling argument that the increasing involvement of the private sector in international development has given rise to a global philanthropic project, driven by practices of philanthrocapitalism and social finance. This project ultimately aims to legitimize global capitalism and the elite interests it serves. Through an in-depth and comprehensive ethnographic study conducted among philanthropists and their advisors in over 30 Brazilian foundations and intermediary organizations, the book skillfully combines a structural critique of the capitalist ideologies underlying philanthropic practice with a deep exploration of how wealthy Brazilians strategically utilize philanthropy to reinforce elite reproduction and wealth accumulation.
This book will be of immense interest to scholars and researchers across Latin American studies, development studies, and the anthropology of development. It fills a significant gap in the research on elite studies and philanthropy, offering valuable insights into these understudied areas. By shedding light on the complex dynamics between philanthropy, power, and inequality in Brazil, this book contributes to our understanding of the broader socio-political landscape in the region and beyond.
Weight: 444g
Dimension: 165 x 240 x 19 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367442170
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