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Colombian houses have always been a showcase for the inhabitants of a highly diverse country. These houses range from the haciendas of coffee plantations to the restored colonial homes of Cartagena. Fascinating essays and attractive photos exemplify the evolution of the art of living in Colombia.

Este libro de referencia es una obra fundacional en la literatura de protesta negra. W. E. B. Du Bois (1868-1963) desempeñó un papel clave en el desarrollo de la estrategia y el programa que dominaron las protestas negras de principios del siglo XX en Estados Unidos. En esta colección de ensayos, publicada por primera vez en 1903, afirma elocuentemente que está por debajo de la dignidad de un ser humano suplicar por esos derechos que son inherentes a toda la humanidad. También alega que la estrategia de acomodación a la supremacía blanca desarrollada por Booker T. Washington, entonces...

An in-depth study of Colombian architect Luis Restrepo, this collection brings together a selection of his constructions developed by between 1989 and 2007. In this innovative presentation of architectural work, each construction is thoroughly illustrated with both color photographs and reproductions of the blueprints, yielding a true glimpse of Restrepo's genius. Escaping from any classification, his works restore the essentials of architecture—space, materials, and light—and this compilation is sure to appeal to enthusiasts of both architecture and design. Exentas de artificios y...

The book analyses a selection of 10 houses and 14 buildings constructed in Costa Rica from 2000 to 2005 and that represent the current urban San Jose's growth trends. The domestic architecture reflects a higher purchasing power with an appreciation oh natural surroundings, the office and industrial buildings are aimed some at rescuing the historic downtown area while others were constructed in the suburban area of the city. Includes biographies of mentioned architects.