“nick caistor”

Both an artist and activist, Octavio Paz won the Nobel Prize for literature in 1990. This recognition was the culmination of decades of work, as Paz strove to marry traditional Mexican poetry with distinctly surrealist and Spanish influences. Along with his work, Paz's contribution to the intellectu... More

"Literary Prozac."-Cosmopolitan "Eduardo Mendoza is one of contemporary Spain's most important writers."-The New York Times Book Review "An accomplished literary novelist who knows how to entertain."-Kirkus Reviews A shape-shifting extraterrestrial named Gurb has assumed the form of Madonna and disa... More

This authoritative and up-to-date guide to Nicaragua explores the land, history, politics, economy, society and people. Maps. Photos.Famed for its spectacular landscapes that range from glaciers to deserts, Chile is also home to a vibrant cultural life, exemplified by writers such as Pablo Neruda an... More

Caistor explores this city of extremes, revealing its turbulent past and chaotic present through its urban landscape. Looking at Aztec ruins and modernistic complexes, he traces the history of a volatile city, where conquest, revolution and natural disasters have left their marks. Maps and illustrat... More

At last: The international bestsellera which has already sold nearly 2 million copies worldwideacomes to America! "Cathedral of the Sea," Ildefonso Falconesas mesmerizing historical novel about medieval Barcelona, was Spainas #1 bestseller for a full year. Rights have sold in thirtytwo countries to ... More

"Both a scathing and picaresque comedy, a biting and spicy concoction. Just like tequila."-Le MondeIt's not easy being a cop in Mexico City. Meet Carlito, a police detective with a complicated life. A wife, a mistress, children by both. He resorts to money laundering and arms dealing to finance his ... More

When Jose Saramago decided to write a book about Portugal, his only desire was that it be unlike all other books on the subject, and in this he has certainly succeeded. Recording the events and observations of a journey across the length and breadth of the country he loves dearly, Saramago brings Po... More

"The most metaphysical gumshoe on the streets."-The Times When Pepe Carvalho's uncle asks him to find his son Ral in Buenos Aires, Pepe is reluctant. All he knows about Argentina is "tango, Maradona, and the disappeared," and he has no desire to find out more. But family is family, and soon Carvalho... More

"Montalbn does for Barcelona what Chandler did for Los Angeles-he exposes the criminal power relationships beneath the faade of democracy."-"Guardian" When the son of a rich financier is murdered, Carvalho is called upon to investigate his mysterious death. In his quest for the killer, Carvalho has ... More