Culture and Customs of el Salvador by
El Salvador, the smallest Hispanic country in the Western Hemisphere, has had a lion's share of international attention with its civil war of the 1980s . Culture and Customs of El Salvador is the best source for an authoritative, intriguing narrative overview of a country with an embattled history, from wars to devastating earthquakes. Students and general readers will find a sympathetic portrayal of the land, history, people, economy, religion, education, traditional culture and popular entertainment, literature, media, and the arts.
El Salvador has been marginalized in Latin America and is still little-known outside of this region. Culture and Customs of El Salvador emphasizes the mixture of indigenous and Spanish heritage that colors the society. Boland brings special insight to the essential topics, from history to the arts. A chronology, glossary, and numerous photos enhance the text. As an up-to-date survey, the book brims with optimism for a better future with social, economic, and environmental reforms. This volume is crucial to understanding Salvadorans today and also the large numbers of Salvadoran immigrants who now live in the United States.
El Salvador Society and Culture Complete Report by
Need to know it all? Our all-inclusive culture report for El Salvador will get up to speed on all aspects of culture in El Salvador, including lifecycle, religion, women, superstitions & folklore, sports, holidays & festivals, and etiquette.
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The Salvadoran Americans by
"From early history to modern adjustment issues and the state of El Salvador and Salvadoran communities in California, Texas and Washington DC, this delves into both past and present in examining influences and issues." - MBR Bookwatch
El Salvador by
Larry Towell first visited El Salvador in 1986 as a member of a human rights delegation. Since the beginning of the civil war in 1979, 50,000 people had been killed, 25 per cent of the population were refugees and death squads terrorized the nation. When the war ended in the early 1990s, Towell had documented both the war and its aftermath. This book presents his photographs showing a country where every place is a war zone.
El Salvador's Decade of Terror by
Documents the abuse of human rights in El Salvador during the 1980s.
Romero by
A compelling and deeply moving look at the life of Archbishop Oscar Romero of El Salvador, who make the ultimate sacrifice in a passionate stand against social injustice and oppression in his country. Special features included.
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