TRACY NOVINGER now lives in Austin, Texas and Pátzcuaro, Mexico. She writes from her personal experience of living in Brazil, interviews with Brazilians, and research in Brazil. She was born in the Caribbean; studied in Brazilian schools; speaks several languages; has lived, worked and traveled in numerous countries; and holds a master's degree in communications.

Excellent overview of cultural and communication differences. The book includes analytical explanation of differences in thought process which impacts the communication, mixed with a good insight on culture, traditions and customs. It will give you a practical knowledge that you are able to apply while working or communicating with Brazilians. Very helpful to anyone doing business with Brazil not just high school students as one reviewer put it.
I would also recommend it to Brazilians who work with North Americans to make them realize how their own culture and communication style is different and why sometimes we misunderstand each other.