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This book details many aspects of Latin American culture as experienced by millions of people living in Central and South America. The author argues that despite early and considerable European influences on the region, indigenous Latin American traditions still characterize much of the social and artistic heritage of the Latin American countries. Several chapters provide detailed accounts of daily life, including descriptions of contemporary dress, mealtime traditions, transportation, and traditional ways of conducting business. Other chapters focus on the cultural significance of the popular music, art, and literature prevalent in each Latin American country.Instructors considering this book for use in a course may request an examination copy here.
Arthur A. Natella, Jr., is the chair of the department of foreign languages at American International College in Springfield, Massachusetts. He lectures widely on Latin American and comparative culture topics.
Table of ContentsAcknowledgments 1. Preface I. How Latin Is Latin America? II. A Latin American View of Itself and the World III. Communication IV. Aspects of Daily Life V. Government VI. The Business of Business VII. The Business of Business in Daily Life VIII. Home and Education IX. Religion X. Festivals and Celebrations XI. Popular Music XII. Medicine and Healing XIII. Film XIV. Popular Literature XV. Food XVI. High Culture—Popular Culture XVII. Conclusion Chapter Notes Index
