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Oscar niemeyer, brazilian architect, an early exponent of modern architecture in latin america, particularly noted for his work on brasilia, the new capital of brazil. He is known for his work on pedro mico 1985, tricheurs 1984 and do not enter. Oscar niemeyer english and italian edition may 1, 2008. Discover everything scribd has to offer, including books and audiobooks from major publishers. Dec 06, 2012 niemeyer was a lifelong communist so when a military dictatorship came to power in brazil in 1964, he was forced to move to france. Assouline the first luxury brand devoted to culture and lifestyle.
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