Modern Latin America, 8th Edition by Thomas E. Skidmore offers a comprehensive and engaging interpretive history of the region, making it the leading text in its field. This edition, published by Oxford University Press on November 5, 2013, delves into the major countries and themes shaping Latin America over the last two centuries. Through vivid, anecdotal illustrative boxes and insightful case studies, Skidmore, alongside Peter H. Smith and James N. Green, meticulously examines crucial aspects of each nation’s development. Key themes explored include the profound interaction between Europe and the New World, the complexities of racial mixtures, the recurring phenomenon of military takeovers, and the significant role of U.S. intervention. This thoroughly updated volume provides an unparalleled understanding of the forces that have defined Modern Latin America.

ISBN-10: 199929238
ISBN-13: 978-0199929238

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