An edition of Uruguay
(1999)
Uruguay
Reference ed.
by Leslie Jermyn
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Describes the geography, history, government, economy, people, lifestyle, religion, language, arts, leisure, festivals, and food of the smallest country in South America.
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Table of Contents
Geography
Uruguay's regions
Climate
Flora and fauna
Cities
History
Uruguay before the Spanish
European discovery and settlement
Independence
The 19th century
Modern Uruguay
Return to democracy
Government
Structure of government
Political parties
Current political situation
Economy
Currency
Main industries
International trade
Energy, transportation, communications
Labor force
Uruguayans
Ethnic groups
Immigration, migration, emigration
An aging population
Social classes
Lifestyle
National character and dress
Rural and urban classes
Family life and gender roles
Education
Health
Housing
Religion
A secular society
Other religions
Language
Spanish in the New World
The Spanish of Uruguay
Arts
Performing arts
Visual arts
Literary arts
Folk culture
Leisure
Sports
Leisure activities
Vacation time
Festivals
Epiphany
Carnival
Semana Criolla or Tourism Week
Fiesta del Mar or Festival of the Sea
Beach Day
Historical holidays
Food
Typical foods and beverages
Mealtimes
Eating out
Map of Uruguay.
Edition Notes
Includes bibliographical references (p. 126) and index.
Sch Libr Jnl June 00,1999
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