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| Document Type: | Book |
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| All Authors / Contributors: |
Javier A Galván |
| ISBN: | 9780313351198 0313351198 |
| OCLC Number: | 261176788 |
| Description: | xxii, 170 p. : ill., map ; 25 cm. |
| Contents: | Series foreword -- Preface -- Acknowledgments -- Chronology --1: Context: geography, history and people -- 2: Political status of Puerto Rico -- 3: Religion -- 4: Social customs and lifestyle -- 5: Broadcasting and print media -- 6: Cinema -- 7: Literature -- 8: Performing arts: music, dance and theatre -- 9: Architecture and visual arts -- Glossary -- Bibliography -- Index. |
| Series Title: | Culture and customs of Latin America and the Caribbean. |
| Responsibility: | Javier A. Galván. |
Abstract:
From the Publisher: This exciting addition to the Culture and Customs of Latin America and the Caribbean series provides readers with an all-encompassing look at contemporary life in Puerto Rico. Having always been under the watchful eyes of other colonies and countries, Puerto Rico's own customs and traditions have managed to flourish throughout the ages, culturally uniting what is a politically divided island. In addition to gaining an understanding of Puerto Rico's political relationship with the continental United States, students can explore extensive narrative chapters that cover contemporary religion, cuisine, sports, media, cinema, literature, performing arts, and visual arts. An essential for high school and public library shelves, Culture and Customs of Puerto Rico is the perfect research resource for students and general readers. This exciting addition to the Culture and Customs of Latin America and the Caribbean series provides readers with an exhaustive look at contemporary life in Puerto Rico. Having always been under the watchful eyes of other colonies and countries, Puerto Rico's own customs and traditions have managed to flourish throughout the ages, culturally uniting what is a politically divided island. In addition to gaining an understanding of Puerto Rico's political relationship with the continental United States, students can explore the small island nation's history with Spain during the colonial era. This fascinating volume provides illustrative narrative chapters on religious practices in Puerto Rico, as well as religious and secular festivals. Social customs, such as sports, cuisine, gender issues, family values, and nightlife, are discussed in depth. Extensive coverage on the media, performing arts, cinema, visual arts, and literature provides students with a solid foundation in Puerto Rican past and contemporary culture. Culture and Customs of Puerto Rico is the perfect research resource for students and general readers. Providing a comprehensive look at contemporary life on the island of Puerto Rico, this volume is an absolute must-have on all library shelves.
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