Followed by caipirinhas and a presentation of Capoeira

Dr. Matthias Rohrig Assunçao will launch his book and give a talk and slideshow on the abolition of slavery in Brazil. This will be followed by caipirinhas and a unique performance of Capoeira by visiting mestres from Brazil. In his book, Dr. Matthias Rohrig Assunçao explores capoeira as a field of confrontation where the different struggles that divide Brazilian society are played out. It is the first comprehensive English book relating to capoeira, as well as the first scholarly account of capoeira's history and development. The event will be attended by various Capoeira schools and players from London.