Argentina /
Charles J. Shields.
- Philadelphia, PA : Mason Crest, c2009.
- 63 p. : ill. (chiefly col.), col. maps ; 21 cm.
- South America today .
- South America today. .
Includes bibliographical references (p. 60) and index.
Land of contrasts -- The quest for stability -- An underachieving economy -- A rich mosaic : the people and culture -- Major cities of Argentina -- A calendar of Argentine festivals -- Recipes.
An introduction to Argentina that discusses the history, geography, economy, people, and society of the country, and includes a calendar of festivals, recipes, a glossary, project and report ideas, a chronology, and resources.