Williamson, Edwin
The Penguin History Of Latin America: New Edition
- ISBN 13:
- 9780141034751
- author:
- Williamson, Edwin
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2009
- Pages:
- 720
- Dimensions:
- 19.6 x 12.8 x 3.6 cm
- Genre:
- History of the Americas
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
This revised edition of The Penguin History of Latin America brings the story of the region up to 2009, covering the turbulent history from the Spanish and Portuguese conquests to the present day. The book takes a detailed look at Argentina, Mexico, Brazil, Chile, and Cuba, as well as the cultural developments that have made Latin America a source of fascination for the world.
With a synthesizing intelligence and a cool, scholarly gaze, Edwin Williamson demystifies a complex part of the world prone to myth-making. This book covers an enormous amount of ground, geographically and culturally, making it an invaluable resource for anyone looking to understand the history and culture of Latin America.
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