Florentino Ariza engages in hundreds of liasons over the course of fifty-three years, seven months, and eleven days, while waiting to finally possess Fermina Daza, a woman who once promised Florentino her love, but then jilted him in favor of another.
Explores the history of Colombia and its conflicts, and examines twentieth and early twenty-first century headlines about the country and problems in its society.
Discusses the festivals and holidays of Colombia and how the songs, foods, and traditions associated with these celebrations reflect the culture of the people.
Presents the geography, history, government, economy, and social life and customs of the country of Colombia, located in the northwestern part of South America.