People and Issues in Latin American History Vol II: From Independence to the Present - Paperback

by Lewis Hanke (Editor), Jane M. Rausch (Editor)

In this volume, special emphasis is given to social history and the analysis of the spectrum of revolutionary change since Bolívar. This edition includes an entirely new section on Hugo Chávez, which also covers the challenges of globalization for Latin America and the current mass appeal of leftist leaders. Expanded and updated suggestions for further reading and viewing are included as well.