Full Description
#1 Amazon Best Seller! Cubanisms The evolution of Cuban slang, Spanish slang, and SpanglishThe history of Spanish slang: Spanish is a unique language. From Argentina to Spain, accents, meanings, connotations and more get lost between borders. Cubanisms by Pedro Garcia-Menocal details the diverse history of the Spanish language as it evolved in the Lost City.The humor of Spanish slang: With beautifully traditional illustrations from noted Cuban artist Gustavo "Garrincha" Rodriguez, Cubanisms embraces the hilarious and historic value of words and their interpretations. This funny and informative collection will keep you laughing and learning all the way from Havana to Santiago.
Contents
1 - El Lenguaje de la Cocina2 - Oido en la Escuela: Kids, from the Classroom to the Playground3 - Saints and Sinners: Spirituality and Superstition in Cuba4 - La Panchanga: Music and Dancing and Drinking5 - Friends and Enemies6 - Money, Politics, and Business7 - Expresiones del Cubanaso: How to Speak Cuban8 - Boberias and Tarecos: Cuban Things10 - Lo Bueno, lo malo, y lo feo: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
