6 Architect of a King's Defense by Anne W. Tennant
Dedicated to the service of the Spanish sovereign, Juan Bautista Antonelli designed innovative fortifications that still tower of the Caribbean today.   

---

16 Bellows of Love's Lament by Kevin Carrel Footer
Long synonymous with the tango and Buenos Aires, the bandoneón is at the heart of new efforts to preserve and expand Argentina's signature music.   

---

24 Quinine's Feverish Tales and Trials by Louis Werner 
For centuries, this alkaloid, produced from the bark of an Andean tree, provoked international disputes and intrigue as scientists pursued the cure for malaria.  

---

32 Stalwart Sentinels of the Prairie by Judy Waytiuk
Of thousands of wooden grain elevators that once dotted Canada's western plains, a few still stand, a testimony to the persevering spirit of small-town farmers.   

---

42 Ariel Ramirez: High Fidelity for Folk by Caleb Bach
A passionate exponent of traditional music, this prolific composer has brought the rhythms of Argentina's interior to world audiences.  

---

48 Life is a Dance by Paula Durbin 
With charismatic joy, Brazilian Marcelo Gomes leaps to center stage at American Ballet Theatre.