A imagem dos Estados Unidos na imprensa periódica do Rio de Janeiro, 1827-1835

Abstract

The present dissertation analyzes the use of the image of the United States by the periodical press in Rio de Janeiro, between 1827 and 1835. It starts with the reading of periodicals with antagonistic opinions about the causes for the development of the United States. The objective is to demonstrate that the periodical press of the court made use of the image of the United States to reflect on Brazil. Likewise, it is intended to show the instrumentalization of this image in an attempt to build a public opinion. Using the argument of the public use of reason, the periodicals disputed among themselves the image of the United States in order to convince the public about their ideas, demonstrating the involvement of the press in the construction of the Brazilian national state and the relationship of belonging to the America. The United States was treated as an example of development, which would allow Brazilian social and political agents to learn from their experiences, making it possible to make better choices regarding the destiny of independent Brazil.