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Tracing five centuries of exploitation in Latin America, a classic in the field, now in its twenty fifth yearSince its U.S. debut a quartercentury ago, this brilliant text has set a new standard for historical scholarship of Latin America. It is also an outstanding political economy, a social and cultural narrative of the highest quality, and perhaps the finest description of primitive capital accumulation since Marx.Rather than chronology, geography, or political successions, Eduardo Galeano has organized the various facets of Latin American history according to the patterns of five centuries of exploitation. Thus he is concerned with gold and silver, cacao and cotton, rubber and coffee, fruit, hides and wool, petroleum, iron, nickel, manganese, copper, aluminum ore, nitrates, and tin. These are the veins which he traces through the body of the entire continent, up to the Rio Grande and throughout the Caribbean, and all the way to their open ends where they empty into the coffers of wealth in the United States and Europe.Weaving fact and imagery into a rich tapestry, Galeano fuses scientific analysis with the passions of a plundered and suffering people. An immense gathering of materials is framed with a vigorous style that never falters in its command of themes. All readers interested in great historical, economic, political, and social writing will find a singular analytical achievement, and an overwhelming narrative that makes history speak, unforgettably.This classic is now further honored by Isabel Allende?s inspiring introduction. Universally recognized as one of the most important writers of our time, Allende once again contributes her talents to literature, to political principles, and to enlightenment.
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- Q: What is 'Open Veins of Latin America' about? A: The book traces five centuries of exploitation in Latin America, examining the patterns of resource extraction and its impact on the continent's history, economy, and culture.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Open Veins of Latin America'? A: The author is Eduardo Galeano, a renowned Uruguayan writer and journalist known for his contributions to historical and political literature.
- Q: What is the publication date of this edition? A: This anniversary edition was published on January 1, 1997.
- Q: How many pages are in this book? A: The book has a total of 317 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is classified as 'New', ensuring it is in excellent condition.
- Q: Is there an introduction by another author? A: Yes, the book features an inspiring introduction by Isabel Allende.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: The book is categorized under 'Development & Growth'.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'Open Veins of Latin America'? A: The book explores themes of economic exploitation, social injustice, and the historical narratives of Latin America.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, it is highly regarded in the field of historical scholarship and is suitable for academic study in related topics.