Standish, Peter

Contains alphabetically arranged entries devoted to the culture of the predominantly Spanish-speaking countries of South America, covering the areas of architecture, art, cinema, dance, history and politics, literature, music, newpapers and magazines, photography, popular culture, radio and television, and theater.

Provides an overview of the history and culture of Mexico, featuring discussion of the country's religion, social life, leisure and food, media and cinema, performing and visual arts, and literature.