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The Contemporary History of Latin America (Latin America in Translation),New
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For a quarter of a century, Tulio Halpern Donghi's Historia Contempornea de Amrica Latina has been the most influential and widely read general history of Latin America in the Spanishspeaking world. Unparalleled in scope, attentive to the paradoxes of Latin American reality, and known for its finegrained interpretation, it is now available for the first time in English. Revised and updated by the author, superbly translated, this landmark of Latin American historiography will be accessible to an entirely new readership.Beginning with a survey of the late colonial landscape, The Contemporary History of Latin America traces the social, economic, and political development of the region to the late twentieth century, with special emphasis on the period since 1930. Chapters are organized chronologically, each beginning with a general description of social and economic developments in Latin America generally, followed by specific attention to political matters in each country. What emerges is a wellrounded and detailed picture of the forces at work throughout Latin American history.This book will be of great interest to all those seeking a general overview of modern Latin American history, and its distinctive Latin American voice will enhance its significance for all students of Latin American history.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Contemporary History of Latin America'? A: The book focuses on the social, economic, and political development of Latin America from the late colonial period to the late twentieth century, with particular emphasis on the period since 1930.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Tulio Halperín Donghi, a renowned historian known for his influential works on Latin American history.
- Q: Is this book available in languages other than English? A: Yes, the original version of the book, titled 'Historia Contemporánea de América Latina', is available in Spanish.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 456 pages, providing a comprehensive overview of Latin American history.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of the book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'The Contemporary History of Latin America' published? A: The book was published on September 27, 1993.
- Q: What topics does the book cover? A: The book covers various topics, including social changes, economic developments, and political events in each Latin American country from the late colonial period to the late twentieth century.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, the book is suitable for academic study and is of great interest to students and scholars seeking a general overview of modern Latin American history.
- Q: Does the book include updates or revisions from the original version? A: Yes, the book has been revised and updated by the author for its English edition.
- Q: What makes this book significant in Latin American historiography? A: Its unparalleled scope, fine-grained interpretation, and distinctive Latin American voice contribute to its significance in the field of Latin American historiography.