Concerning Abolitionism, Black People, and Capoeira in the History of Brazil: Social and Moral (Im)Balances

• Authors: Ana Leticia Padeski Ferreira , Marchi Júnior Wanderley
• Languages of publication: EN

Abstracts

EN

The purpose of this article is to discuss the changes that took place in relation to the peculiarities of Capoeira within Brazilian society. This popular practice, which is considered a martial art, a dance and a game, developed during the 19th century, where it was practiced by individuals from the lower walks of life. Practicing Capoeira was a felony, as it posed a threat to public safety, order, and morality. Presently, it has been upgraded to a Brazilian cultural asset, which shows how the perception of its practice has changed. These changes follow the different views of the historical processes related to abolitionism and the perverse incorporation of blacks into society at that time, which have continued until present time, having undergone significant changes and grown as a valued physical expression

Keywords

EN

capoeira; Brazil; cultural asset; abolitionism

• Publisher: De Gruyter Open
• Journal: Physical Culture and Sport. Studies and Research
• Year: 2012
• Volume: 56
• Issue: 1
• Pages: 33-40

Dates

published

1 - 12 - 2012

online

29 - 12 - 2012

Contributors

author

Ana Leticia Padeski Ferreira

• CEPELS, ALESDE, DECISO / UFPR; Faculdade Guairacá, Brazil

author

Marchi Júnior Wanderley

• CEPELS, ALESDE, DECISO, DEF / UFPR; WVU, CAPES, Brazil

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Identifiers

DOI

10.2478/v10141-012-0021-4