Includes bibliographical references (page 31) and index.
Contents
Geography -- History -- Government -- The Economy -- The Environment -- The People Today -- Lifestyle -- Religion -- Language -- Arts and Festivals -- Fun and Play -- Food.
Summary
"The Dominican Republic has experienced tremendous economic growth in recent years. Its pristine beaches and beautiful mountains make it a popular tourism spot, and its vibrant culture contains many aspects that are unique to the country. Exotic fruits, merengue music, baseball, and a humpback whale sanctuary are only the beginning of what the Dominican Republic has to offer. Full-color photographs and detailed maps augment the engaging text, bringing the Dominican Republic to life before readers' eyes. Informative sidebars delve deeper into interesting topics, presenting a well-rounded picture of this multifaceted country"-- Provided by publisher.
