Background
Brown, Isabel Zakrzewski was born on November 11, 1953 in Paris. Came to the United States, 1971. Daughter of Gustavo and Wanda (Lutyk) Zakrzewski.
( The Dominican Republic, which shares the island of Hisp...)
The Dominican Republic, which shares the island of Hispaniola with Haiti, has a rich history beginning with the first inhabitants, the Taíno indians, to the Spanish conquistadors, African slaves, and numerous waves of immigrants. Culture and Customs of the Dominican Republic is the first book to encompass the vibrancy of the land, its people, and their cultures and customs. It surveys the daily lives of average Dominicans and also the unusual folk practices of the rural populace. Attention is also given to the thriving Dominican community in New York City, the Dominacanyors. Students and interested readers will be intrigued by this insider's affectionate portrait of the Dominicans. This little-known culture is illuminated with chapters on the land, its history, and people; religions; social customs; media and film; literature; performing arts; architecture, art, sculpture, and photography. Culture and Customs of the Dominican Republic is a major contribution to the understanding of the developing Caribbean and Hispanic peoples.
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Spanish language and literature educator
Brown, Isabel Zakrzewski was born on November 11, 1953 in Paris. Came to the United States, 1971. Daughter of Gustavo and Wanda (Lutyk) Zakrzewski.
Bachelor, University South Alabama, 1975. Master of Arts, Emory University, 1987. Doctor of Philosophy, Emory University, 1991.
Teacher Spanish and French Julius T. Wright School, Mobile, Alabama, 1976—1979, chair language department, 1977—1979. Instructor French and Spanish University South Alabama, 1979—1983, instructor Spanish, 1987—1989, assistant professor, 1991—1998, associate professor, since 1998, director United States of America in Mexico program, 1991—1992. Teaching assistant Spanish Emory University, Atlanta, 1983—1987.
Caucus leader University South Alabama Faculty Senate, Mobile, since 2001, president, since 2002.
( The Dominican Republic, which shares the island of Hisp...)
Lector., St. Ignatius Church, Mobile, since 1991. Member Modern Language Association, South Atlantic Modern Language Association, Popular Culture Association.
Married Billy R. Brown, August 19, 1973. Children: Gregory, Michael, Katherine.