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Modern Latin America

thomas e. skidmore peter h. smith

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Now in its sixth edition, Modern Latin America is a lively interpretive history and the leading text in the field. Thoroughly updated and revised, the book includes a new chapter on the history of Colombia from the wars of independence to the violent conflicts of the present day. It also
examines such topics
* the impact of 9/11 on U.S.-Latin American relations
* globalization
* drug trafficking
* women's roles in society and politics
* the fragility and uncertainty of democracy in Latin America

The book features sociocultural sections and boxes in nearly every chapter, covering such diverse areas as the psychology of exile, Santería in Cuba, baseball in the Dominican Republic, and the popularity of Latin music in the U.S. All political and economic information has been updated. As in
earlier editions, the authors use an in-depth case study approach that guides readers through the major countries of Latin America, highlighting central themes including European-New World interaction, racial mixtures, military takeovers, and United States intervention in the area. With an
insightful look into the future, Modern Latin America , Sixth Edition, will continue to be an exceptional text for undergraduate courses on contemporary Latin American history, society, and politics.

512 pages, Paperback

First published January 26,1984

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Format
512 pages, Paperback
Published
January 7, 2005 by Oxford University Press
ISBN
9780195170139
ASIN
019517013X
Language
English

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March 26,2025
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I have the 5th edition paperback. This is the best book on Latin America that I've ever read. The text is clear and repetative in such a way that it is easy to cross-reference. Most of the chapters are about specific countries, which are then divided and organized into topics (i.e. economy, political history, etc).
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RudolfTostarrica
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March 26,2025
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Great survey of Latin America history. Really enjoyed learning more about the United States' interaction with the Latin American world. Fascinating and frightening implications and results.
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petitwolf
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March 26,2025
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I'm reading the 1992 3rd edition. This is a good basic review of Latin America after independence to 1990.
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Beersathought
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March 26,2025
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I read this book for my Latin American Government and Politcs class at UTK and it was a very good introduction to LA politics and helped me feel more in touch with my families situation abroad. WE specifically focused on initial democratic transitions and the dynamics that currenly shape politics there. The edition I was reading was written in 2013 so I'm still lagging behind a bit but it was overall a great read and kept me from taking any and all "venezuela" arguments online seriously.
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WeebFan
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March 26,2025
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Great overview of Latin American history. Pretty easy to read and a great starting point for anyone interested in Latin America.
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rtil
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March 26,2025
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this is a great book and i recommend it to everyone
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Graygoose124
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March 26,2025
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For any novice headed to or just interested in Latin America, this is the perfect prelude to understanding the region. Given the complexities of the various countries that make up Latin America - its history, economics, politics, culture - it's impossible to write about everything in one book, but the authors do an excellent job highlighting key points and messages, and do not always take a pro-U.S. view. The information is easily digestable and not just a listing of facts and figures; it provides insight that will trigger your interest in this fascinating region.
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