"Carvalho has collected the work of twenty one of Brazil's most prominent photographers with special emphasis on images which reflect the dynamism and eclecticism of Brazilian society. The book begins with an historical overview, continuing with the experiences of the independent photo agencies of the 1970s, the creative surge in the 80s, and the recent emergence of photography as a means of personal and artistic expression. The author is a free-lance photographer and researcher who teaches photography in London." (Publisher description)