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The Penguin History of Latin America

The Penguin History of Latin America

by Edwin Williamson

  • HISTORY
  • 2010
  • PAPER
  • 704 PAGES

A useful political and cultural history of Central and South America, covering 500 years from what is somewhat anachronistically styled as Discovery through the 20th century.Williamson offers a balanced, clear overview with detailed chapters on Argentina, Mexico, Brazil, Chile and Cuba.  (SAM53, $20.00)

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