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Teens in Latin America and the Caribbean generally face a difficult path to adulthood. Poverty and unemployment, violence, political instability, and emigration are frequently the norm in their native countries. Those from poorer families must often work as well as attend school, and opportunities for higher education and good jobs are limited. Wealthier teens, on the other hand, are sheltered from harshness and enjoy private schools, vacations abroad, and access to American consumer products. Yet family is important no matter what the class, and most of these teens share a love of parties, music, and current fashions. Latin America and the Caribbean are important regions to the United States, since large numbers of Americans can trace their roots there. Teen Life in Latin America and the Caribbean allows U.S. teens to understand the unique challenges and opportunities of teens in 15 Latin American or Caribbean countries. Photos complement the text.Product Identifiers
PublisherBloomsbury Publishing
ISBN-100313319324
ISBN-139780313319327
eBay Product ID (ePID)91819013
Product Key Features
Educational LevelHigh School, Elementary School
Number of Pages344 Pages
Publication NameTeen Life in Latin America and the Caribbean
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2004
SubjectEthnic Studies / General, Sociology / General, Caribbean & West Indies / General
TypeStudy Guide
AuthorKristen Sternberg
Subject AreaHistory, Social Science
SeriesTeen Life Around the World Ser.
Dimensions
Item Height0.8 in
Item Weight23.2 oz.
Item Length9.2 in
Item Width6.1 in