Buenos Aires: A Cultural and Literary History (Cities of the Imagination)

Intended for readers unfamiliar with Argentine history and culture, Wilson (Latin American and Spanish literature, U. College, London, England) explores the contradictory and culturally rich history of Buenos Aires through the events, people, and literature that have shaped the city. Fuzzy but evocative b&w photographs. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)