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The Vejigante & the Folk Festivals of Puerto Rico

Edwin Fontanez

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Description:The Vejigante (bay-he-GAHN-tay) is a fantastic, colorful character introduced into carnival celebrations in Puerto Rico hundreds of years ago. He is a classic example of the blending of African, Spanish, and Caribbean influences in Puerto Rican culture. The book offers detailed information about the origins of this fantastic character and its curious name. During the carnival celebrations in Loza Aldea and Ponce, the Vejigantes roam the streets in groups and chase children with their "vejigas." "The Vejigante and the Folk Festivals of Puerto Rico" tells the legend of the Vejigante and how he still appears today in carnival celebrations in three cities in Puerto Rico. The book gives insight into the differences in style and symbolism in these three festivals and is illustrated with beautiful drawings to color and contains historical notes that both parents and teachers will find interesting. This beautiful activity book serves as a great complement to the mask-making activity video "The Legend of the Vejigante."We have made it easy for you to find a PDF Ebooks without any digging. And by having access to our ebooks online or by storing it on your computer, you have convenient answers with The Vejigante & the Folk Festivals of Puerto Rico. To get started finding The Vejigante & the Folk Festivals of Puerto Rico, you are right to find our website which has a comprehensive collection of manuals listed.
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ISBN: 0964086808

Description: The Vejigante (bay-he-GAHN-tay) is a fantastic, colorful character introduced into carnival celebrations in Puerto Rico hundreds of years ago. He is a classic example of the blending of African, Spanish, and Caribbean influences in Puerto Rican culture. The book offers detailed information about the origins of this fantastic character and its curious name. During the carnival celebrations in Loza Aldea and Ponce, the Vejigantes roam the streets in groups and chase children with their "vejigas." "The Vejigante and the Folk Festivals of Puerto Rico" tells the legend of the Vejigante and how he still appears today in carnival celebrations in three cities in Puerto Rico. The book gives insight into the differences in style and symbolism in these three festivals and is illustrated with beautiful drawings to color and contains historical notes that both parents and teachers will find interesting. This beautiful activity book serves as a great complement to the mask-making activity video "The Legend of the Vejigante."We have made it easy for you to find a PDF Ebooks without any digging. And by having access to our ebooks online or by storing it on your computer, you have convenient answers with The Vejigante & the Folk Festivals of Puerto Rico. To get started finding The Vejigante & the Folk Festivals of Puerto Rico, you are right to find our website which has a comprehensive collection of manuals listed.
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