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South America - Buenos Aires: The Biography of a City

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Book Synopsis: Buenos Aires, Argentina, recognized for its European-style architecture and lively theater scene, is a truly special place. The second-largest city in South America, it has been the home of such renowned cultural and historical figures as Jorge Luis Borges and Astor Piazzola, Che Guevara and Eva Peron. Like every truly great city, New York, London and Prague; Buenos Aires is its own universe, with its own center of gravity, its own scents and flavors, its own architectural signature-in short, its own way of being. From San Telmo's oak-paneled restaurants and brightly tiled apothecaries from 1900, and the phantasmagoric Beaux Arts palaces along Avenida Alvear and Plaza San Martin, to the parks of Palermo and the bustling bars and cafes along Corrientes and LaValle, Buenos Aires is steeped in exotic culture and history. In Buenos Aires, Art and culture critic James Gardner offers a colorful biography of the “Paris of the South,” from its origins and time as a colonial city, through its Golden age, the rise of Peron, and the Falklands War, to the present day. With entertaining asides about art, architecture, literature, food and dance, as well as local customs and colorful personalities, this is a rich and unique historical narrative of Buenos Aires.

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Experience the allure of Buenos Aires like never before with "Buenos Aires: The Biography of a City." Immerse yourself in the vibrant European-style architecture and enchanting theater scene that make this city truly special. As the second-largest city in South America, Buenos Aires has cultivated a rich cultural heritage, serving as the home to legendary figures like Jorge Luis Borges, Astor Piazzola, Che Guevara, and Eva Peron.

Uncover the distinct character of Buenos Aires, a city that stands in a league of its own, just like New York, London, and Prague. It possesses a unique center of gravity, scents, flavors, and architectural signature that exude its unparalleled essence. From the oak-paneled restaurants and beautifully tiled apothecaries in San Telmo to the awe-inspiring Beaux Arts palaces lining Avenida Alvear and Plaza San Martin, every corner of Buenos Aires delves you into an exotic fusion of culture and history.

Join acclaimed art and culture critic James Gardner on a vivid journey through Buenos Aires' fascinating biography. Delve into its origins as a colonial city, witness its golden age, experience the rise of Peron, and gain insights into the impact of the Falklands War. Gardner's narrative is infused with captivating anecdotes about art, architecture, literature, food, dance, local customs, and colorful personalities, ensuring that your understanding of Buenos Aires surpasses mere historical facts.

Unravel the secrets of this mesmerizing city: discover the lush parks of Palermo, immerse yourself in the lively atmosphere of Corrientes and LaValle's bustling bars and cafes, and let the captivating stories unfold before your eyes. "Buenos Aires: The Biography of a City" is an unparalleled window into the captivating art, culture, and history that make this metropolis an irresistible destination for explorers and dreamers alike.

Take a journey through time and unravel the captivating history of Buenos Aires. Explore the streets where tango was born, indulge in mouthwatering cuisine, and embrace the spirit of the "Paris of the South." Begin your adventure today by grabbing your copy of "Buenos Aires: The Biography of a City."

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