History of the Amazon

The definitive book on the history of the Amazon from the pre-Columbian period to the present day, by one of the authors who best interpreted the region.

The Amazon, which has always attracted travelers and explorers as an unknown and mysterious place, occupies a privileged place in Márcio Souza's work. Combining his perspectives as a sociologist, historian, and literary critic, he dedicated himself to the task of recording this History of the Amazon: from the pre-Columbian period to the challenges of the 21st century , encompassing the entire geographic and historical territory crisscrossed by the social and political power relations of nine nation-states and hundreds of ethnic groups, not forgetting the diverse social interest groups of all sizes, both national and international.

Until now, it has been a story told, fragmentarily, by people from the metropolis, by scientists from North America and Europe, by professors from Brazilian universities, forever shaping the way we interpret the region's social phenomena. But the history of the Amazon is something that interests all who have decided to get involved in its construction, whether interpreters, supporting actors, or protagonists. The region is not just a geography, and its history is much more than a breeding ground for exotic creatures with an uncertain future. It is the story of a part of the planet inhabited by human beings, which, as a geographic territory, is also a space where humanity can learn a little more about itself.

Covering the pre-Columbian period to the present day, the work addresses geographic and anthropological aspects, values ethnic plurality, and goes beyond fostering an understanding of a people's geopolitical and cultural dimensions. By analyzing the constant attacks on the environment, often with the approval and encouragement of government agencies, it encourages reflection on what constitutes a sustainable economy and the need to seek alternatives.

With this History of the Amazon: from the pre-Columbian period to the challenges of the 21st century , the author not only fills a bibliographical gap, but reaffirms the importance of rescuing the memory of the Amazon, seeking to sharpen the critical thinking of readers.