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Costa Rica in Focus

Costa Rica in Focus

by Tjabel Daling

  • GUIDEBOOK
  • 2002
  • PAPER
  • 82 PAGES

A concise guide to the people, politics, economy and culture of Costa Rica. The author explores the history of democracy since the abolition of the army in 1948, economic doldrums of the 1980s, and impact of tourism. With a selection of photographs and suggestions on where to go and what to do.  (CRC28, $12.95)

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