November/December
Features



 


6 Quest of the Musher
by Judy Waytiuk.
The resurgence of an age-old tradition has been the salvation of North American sled dogs and introduced some new breeds.   

16 Architect of Curves and Conviction by Mark Holston
After over seven decades, Oscar Niemeyer continues to attract international acclaim for his revolutionary designs that have shaped the modern face of Brazil.    


24 At the Service of Language by Caleb Bach 
Translator Edith Grossman enters the minds of her masters, from Cervantes to Gabriel García Márquez, to create a faithful English voice.


30 Where Desert Meets City by Mike Ceaser
Linked to the harsh La Guajira peninsula, these native peoples face the intersection of tradition and modernity 


40 Islands Lure with History by Suzanne Murphy-Larronde
With an eye on heritage tourism and long-term economic development, Bahamians are preserving unique vintage properties   


46 Fueling Brazil's Future by Louisa Aronow 
The development of an alternative, vegetable-based fuel could enhance this nation's economy while protecting the environment    

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