COCKS AND BULLS IN CARACAS

by Olg Bri ‧ RELEASE DATE: Feb. 28, 1945

Introduction to Venezuelan life, in an intimate all-over picture, colorful and revealing, through the author's account of her family and the way in which they lived. She contrasts the old traditions and ways of life with the new, -- women's place, the double standard, stories of her mother's activities as mistress of the household, her own convent training and its stultifying effect, excursions into the country, courting, rebellion at restrictions --entertaining reading all. There's pointed criticism of the shortcomings, and elucidation of national characteristics, interests, race problems, food, etc.

Pub Date: Feb. 28, 1945

ISBN: N/A

Page Count: -

Publisher: Houghton Mifflin

Review Posted Online: N/A

Kirkus Reviews Issue: Feb. 1, 1945

Categories: NONFICTION