Region Out of Place

The Brazilian Northeast has long been a marginalized region with a complex relationship to national identity. It is often portrayed as impoverished, backward, and rebellious, yet traditional and culturally authentic. Brazil is known for its strong national identity, but national identities do not preclude strong regional identities. In Region Out of Place , Courtney J. Campbell examines how groups within the region have asserted their identity, relevance, and uniqueness through interactions that