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Culture and Customs of Nicaragua
Steven F. White
,
Esthela Calderon
Book Code:
GR3994
ISBN:
0-313-33994-5
ISBN-13:
978-0-313-33994-3
DOI:
DOI:10.1336/0313339945
224 pages, map; photos
Greenwood Press
Publication:
1/30/2008
List Price:
$49.95
(
UK Sterling Price: £27.95
)
Availability:
In Stock
Media Type:
Hardcover
Also Available:
Ebook
Trim Size:
6 1/8 x 9 1/4
Subjects:
Anthropology
»
Cultural Anthropology
Multicultural Studies
»
Latin American Studies
Series Title:
Culture and Customs of Latin America and the Caribbean
Description:
Throughout its history Nicaragua has been plagued by corruption, social and racial inequality, civil unrest, and foreign interference. Yet despite being the second poorest nation in South America, Nicaragua maintains a rich and vibrant culture that reflects its strong Catholic devotion, diverse indigenous roots, and overwhelming zest for life.
Culture and Customs of Nicaragua
introduces students and general readers to Nicaragua's unique blend of religious and traditional holidays, so numerous that the country is said to be in a constant state of celebration; its growing film industry; its many styles of dance, the popular "street theatre" open to all bystanders; important contributions to Spanish literature, local cuisines, architecture, social norms, and more. Readers learn what it is like to live in one of Latin America's most disillusioned countries but also discover the passionate culture that defines and sustains the Nicaraguan people.
Table of Contents:
Series Foreword
Preface
Acknowledgments
Chronology
1 Context
2 Religion and Religious Celebrations
3 Social Customs
4 Nicaraguan Folklore & Legends
5 Literature
6 Media
7 Cinema and Photography
8 Performing Arts
9 Visual Arts
10 Architecture and Housing
Appendix: Calendar of Important Religious Festivals
Bibliography
Index
LC Card Number:
2007043154
LCC Class:
F1523
Dewey Class:
972
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