Morrison, Marion. Venezuela.
Children's Press, Enchantment of the World Series, 1989.
This is a beautifully illustrated
book that gives the reader a good understanding of Venezuelan geography
and culture. It has a helpful section at the back that provides interesting
facts and a calendar of holidays.
Murphy, Alan. Venezuela
Handbook. Passport Books, 1998.
A guide to Venezuela's history,
culture, personalities and points of interest. An excellent book for travellers.
Perrotet, Tony (editor).
Venezuela Insight Guide. Houghton Mifflin, 1996.
This is a light-hearted
and entertaining guide, which is geared toward visitors to Venezuela. It
describes facets of Venezuelan culture, such as the beauty industry, that
many other guides miss.
St. Aubin de Teran,
Lisa. The Hacienda: A Memoir. Little Brown, 1998.
The true story of a 17-year-old
British woman who married a Venezuelan and went to live in a remote area
of the Andes. Although her marriage breaks down, she forms a strong bond
with the local people.
Torres, Ana Teresa.
Dona Ines vs. Oblivion. Translated by Gregory Rabassa. Louisiana
State University Press, 1999.
This novel tells the story
of an 18th-century woman who enters a court battle with her late husband's
child for his lands. After her death, her ghost continues telling the story.
This book won the 1998 Pegasus Prize for Literature.
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