Understanding Contemporary Latin America - History, Culture & Politics | Introduction to Latin American States & Regions | Perfect for Students, Travelers & Researchers

This thoroughly revised new edition of Understanding Contemporary Latin America includes entirely new chapters on economics and religion, as well as extensively updated material on politics, the military, international relations, environmental issues, nationalism, the role of women, and more. The result is an indispensable introduction, both descriptive and analytical, to the complexities of contemporary Latin America.