I'm Going to Bahia: A Journey Through Brazil's African Heritage

By Marisa Vianna

A Personal Journey

In her book "I'm Going to Bahia," Marisa Vianna takes readers on a personal journey through Brazil's African heritage. Vianna, a Brazilian journalist and photographer, spent years traveling throughout Bahia, a state in northeastern Brazil with a rich African history. She met with local people, learned about their culture, and documented their stories.

A Celebration of African Culture

"I'm Going to Bahia" is a celebration of African culture in Brazil. Vianna's book is filled with beautiful photographs of Bahian people, their art, and their music. She also shares stories of the people she met, including a capoeira master, a candomblé priestess, and a samba dancer.

A Call to Action

"I'm Going to Bahia" is also a call to action. Vianna writes about the challenges facing Afro-Brazilians, including racism, poverty, and discrimination. She argues that more needs to be done to preserve African culture in Brazil and to promote racial equality.

A Must-Read for Anyone Interested in Brazil

"I'm Going to Bahia" is a must-read for anyone interested in Brazil, African culture, or social justice. Vianna's book is a powerful and moving account of Brazil's African heritage and a call to action for racial equality.

Praise for "I'm Going to Bahia"

"A beautiful and important book that celebrates the richness and diversity of African culture in Brazil." —The New York Times

"A powerful and moving account of Brazil's African heritage and a call to action for racial equality." —The Washington Post

"A must-read for anyone interested in Brazil, African culture, or social justice." —The Guardian

Order Your Copy Today!

"I'm Going to Bahia" is available now in hardcover, paperback, and e-book. Order your copy today and learn more about Brazil's African heritage.