Rio de Janeiro
This is a “must read” for a traveler to Rio de Janeiro. The author paints a vivid picture of the city of Rio …. its people, its atmosphere, its food, and its attractions.
Watch the daily interactions of Rio’s inhabitants unfold. The hospitality shown to visitors. The storekeeper’s pride in keeping their sidewalks clean of litter, and their efforts to limit shoplifting. The various personalities of Rio’s inhabitants and visitors, from the tactics of a young teen begging for money, to an argument threatening violence between a couple, to street vendor attitudes, to beachgoers at Ipanema and Copacabana beaches, to a possible drunken inhabitant run over at night by a bicycle, to a city enveloped in its annual celebration of Carnaval, to the sight of a favela from a distance in the background of city apartment buildings. Witness the snobbish woman in her fight, and fright, against a voracious Brazilian Army ant (or, maybe it was a dragon?).
While reading, one feels as if they themself are standing in the activity of the city, feeling the effects of the heat, the humidity, and the downpour of rain. You will experience the sights and aromas in the air. The author navigates the confusing way to sample restaurants of kilogramas and churrascos and their offerings, how grocery stores are set up and what to expect in products offered, even how to distinguish Brazilian paper currency by its color.
Hear, and feel, the sounds and the sights of the Sambadrome competition and its floats, the Sambadrome stadium, the many street parades, and the tram ride to Cristo Redentor and Sugarloaf Mountain. Public transportation is explained. Maybe your command of the Spanish language is good, but it won’t work with the Portuguese of Brazil.
Rio is an experience unlike any other. When the samba music gets into your veins, your daily worries and concerns vanish. You have a new outlook on life!
Chronicles of a Fisherman
These writings have an appeal to fishermen, but also to the general public as well. They are true stories about fishing adventures and mishaps, relationships, friendship, and bonding.
They paint a multicolor canvas of nature, an appreciation of the outdoors, and conservation of natural resources. They are about encountering unexpected problems and overcoming adversity.
What you’ll learn from this book?
“Chronicles of a Fisherman” by Frank “Pancho” Gonzales offers a captivating collection of true stories centered around fishing adventures and the deep connections forged through pastime. Through his narrative, Gonzales shares the thrill and mishaps of fishing and the profound relationships and friendships that develop over time.
The book vividly portrays the beauty of nature, the importance of conservation, and the resilience required to overcome unexpected challenges. It’s a compelling read for fishermen, outdoor enthusiasts, and anyone interested in understanding the lure of fishing and the life lessons it imparts.
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