Jose Carlos Mariategui , Jos Carlos Mari Tegui , Marjory Urquidi (Translator)
Seven Interpretive Essays on Peruvian Reality (Texas Pan American Series)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780292776111
- author:
- Jose Carlos Mariategui , Jos Carlos Mari Tegui , Marjory Urquidi (Translator)
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- University of Texas Press New Ed edition
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1988
- Pages:
- 338
- Dimensions:
- 15.2 x 2.2 x 22.9 cm
- Genre:
- Society, Politics & Philosophy, Government & Politics, Political Science & Ideology, Jose Carlos Mariategui, Jos Carlos Mari Tegui, Marjory Urquidi,Seven Interpretive Essays on Peruvian Reality (Texas Pan American Series),University of Texas Press,02
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Seven Interpretive Essays on Peruvian Reality by José Carlos Mariátegui is a seminal work that explores the complexities of Peruvian reality through seven interconnected essays. Written in 1928, this book represents Mariátegui's vision for Peru's future and has had a profound impact on generations of social thinkers in Latin America. The essays tackle key issues such as economic evolution, the treatment of indigenous peoples, land ownership, public education, the role of religion, regionalism and centralism, and the literary process. Mariátegui's Marxist perspective informs his analysis, making this work particularly relevant to understanding the historical context of Latin American societies. Today, these topics remain highly pertinent, offering valuable insights into the region's ongoing social and economic challenges. This book is an important contribution to our understanding of Peruvian reality and its relevance extends beyond its original publication date.