Buenos Aires
| Other author | Wilson, Jason |
| Format | Electronic |
| Publication Info | London : Reaktion Books, Limited Chicago : Chicago Distribution Center [Distributor] |
| Description | 192 p. ill 20.000 x 012.000 cm. |
| Supplemental Content | Full text available from Ebook Central - Public Library Complete |
| Subjects |
| Series | Reaktion Books - CityScopes Ser. |
| Summary | Annotation Sometimes dangerous and chaotic but always lively and cosmopolitan, Buenos Aires attracts tourists from all over the world. The largest city in Argentina, this South American capital crackles with passion for tango, soccer, art, and food. In this handy travel guide, Buenos Aires local Jason Wilson provides a window into the citys history while also exploring its streets today.Wilson offers a history of Buenos Airess beginnings as a Spanish colony in the sixteenth century, describing how it evolved from a port city for European trade to a booming, multicultural regional capital that became the leading destination for European immigrants. He examines the many swings between authoritarian and democratic governments the city has experienced during its history and sorts out the urban myths from the real story of the monuments, buildings, and people of Buenos Aires. The book also includes essays on present-day Buenos Airesits parks, cemeteries, museums, and bookshopsto reveal what makes the city tick. Illustrated throughout with contemporary photos and compelling historical images,Buenos Airesprovides useful references for travelers looking for restaurant, hotel, and itinerary ideas.One of the first titles in Reaktions newCityScopesseries, this social and urban history is an authoritative introduction and intimate guide to this vibrant, alluring city, past and present. |
| Access restriction | Available only to authorized users. |
| Technical details | Mode of access: World Wide Web |
| Genre/form | Electronic books. |
| ISBN | 9781780232669 |
| ISBN | 1780232667 (Trade Paper) Active Record |
| Standard identifier# | 9781780232669 |
| Stock number | 00314465 |
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| Electronic Resources | Access Content Online | ✔ Available |