The Dilemma of Decreasing Returns for the Brazilian Society

The book delves into the stark economic disparities within Brazil, highlighting the contrast between the rapidly growing South and the struggling North and Northeast. It emphasizes the dire conditions in rural areas, where basic needs remain unmet. The narrative critiques the unsustainable development strategies reliant on natural resource exploitation, rooted in Ricardian economic theory. Ultimately, it proposes a shift towards sustainable tourism as a viable strategy for improving the livelihoods of rural communities in Northeastern Brazil.