The Argentina Reader by Gabriela Nouzeilles
An interdisciplinary anthology that includes many primary materials never before published in English.
“[It is] impossible to find a better introduction to the labyrinth, enigma, and delight that is Argentina, from the first sightings to the latest cursesSplendid and indispensable!”—Ariel Dorfman
"Conveying the complex enigmatic contradiction that is Argentina in the pages of a book is accomplished in this installment of Duke’s 'Latin America Readers' series. . . . the editors provide ample context for any reader to appreciate Argentina’s rich culture and history. . . . From sports and arts to history and politics this is a welcome and timely addition to our understanding of Argentina." -- Teo Ballvé * NACLA Report on the Americas *
"The Argentina Reader is the third title-following The Peru Reader and The Brazil Reader-in the excellent series sponsored by the Consortium in Latin American Studies at the University of North Carolina and Duke University. . . . [A] very well crafted, well illustrated and consistently interesting volume. . . . [T]he volume reads effortlessly well, which speaks . . . of the skill of the translators, especially the main translator, Patricia Owen Steiner." -- John King * Journal of Latin American Studies *
“[T]he best introduction for English readers to [Argentina’s] history, culture, and society. . . . [T]his collection subtly conveys the admirable and loathsome qualities of a complicated and in many ways unfathomable society.” -- Benjamin Schwarz * Atlantic Monthly *
“[A] timely addition to Duke’s Latin America Readers series. . . .[P]rovide[s] a comprehensive view of this complex nation of some 37 million people. Recommended. . . .” * Library Journal *
"Wide-ranging. . . . [A]n excellent starting point for further reading. . . . [H]ighly recommended." * Rough Guide to Argentina *
"This impressive collection of articles and documents introduces the reader to the enigma that is Argentina. . . . A richer and more eclectic overview of the country and its people would be hard to find." -- Pushpinder Khaneka * The Guardian *
"Conveying the complex enigmatic contradiction that is Argentina in the pages of a book is accomplished in this installment of Duke’s 'Latin America Readers' series. . . . the editors provide ample context for any reader to appreciate Argentina’s rich culture and history. . . . From sports and arts to history and politics this is a welcome and timely addition to our understanding of Argentina." -- Teo Ballvé * NACLA Report on the Americas *
"The Argentina Reader is the third title-following The Peru Reader and The Brazil Reader-in the excellent series sponsored by the Consortium in Latin American Studies at the University of North Carolina and Duke University. . . . [A] very well crafted, well illustrated and consistently interesting volume. . . . [T]he volume reads effortlessly well, which speaks . . . of the skill of the translators, especially the main translator, Patricia Owen Steiner." -- John King * Journal of Latin American Studies *
“[T]he best introduction for English readers to [Argentina’s] history, culture, and society. . . . [T]his collection subtly conveys the admirable and loathsome qualities of a complicated and in many ways unfathomable society.” -- Benjamin Schwarz * Atlantic Monthly *
“[A] timely addition to Duke’s Latin America Readers series. . . .[P]rovide[s] a comprehensive view of this complex nation of some 37 million people. Recommended. . . .” * Library Journal *
"Wide-ranging. . . . [A]n excellent starting point for further reading. . . . [H]ighly recommended." * Rough Guide to Argentina *
"This impressive collection of articles and documents introduces the reader to the enigma that is Argentina. . . . A richer and more eclectic overview of the country and its people would be hard to find." -- Pushpinder Khaneka * The Guardian *
Gabriela Nouzeilles is Assistant Professor of Romance Studies at Duke University.
Graciela Montaldo is Professor of Languages and Literatures at the Universidad SimÓn BolÍvar.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780822329145 |
| ISBN 10 | 082232914X |
| Title | The Argentina Reader |
| Author | Gabriela Nouzeilles |
| Series | The Latin America Readers |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Duke University Press |
| Year published | 2002-12-25 |
| Number of pages | 600 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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