Carlos Monsiváis, Mexican Who Wrote of the Great and the Humble, Dies at 72
Mr. Monsiváis, not well known outside of Mexico, chronicled political foibles, social issues and the dignity of everyday life.
From: NYT > Books
Tuesday, 22 June, 2010
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