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Understanding Central America, global forces, rebellion, and change, John A. Booth, Christine J. Wade, Thomas W. Walker

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Understanding Central America, global forces, rebellion, and change, John A. Booth, Christine J. Wade, Thomas W. Walker
Language
eng
Bibliography note
Includes bibliographical references and index
Illustrations
mapsillustrations
Index
index present
Literary form
non fiction
Main title
Understanding Central America
Nature of contents
bibliography
Oclc number
870248791
Responsibility statement
John A. Booth, Christine J. Wade, Thomas W. Walker
Sub title
global forces, rebellion, and change
Summary
"Understanding Central America explains how domestic, global, political and economic forces have shaped rebellion and regime change in Costa Rica, Nicaragua, El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras throughout their histories, during the often-turbulent 1970s and since. The text provides students a comprehensive coverage of Central America, political science, and international relations. The authors explain the origins and development of the region's political conflicts, their resolution and ongoing political change. This Sixth Edition provides the most up-to-date information on the recent political changes in each of the five countries presented"--, Provided by publisher
Table of contents
Crisis and transformation -- Global forces and system change in Central America -- The common history -- Costa Rica -- Nicaragua -- El Salvador -- Guatemala -- Honduras -- Political participation, political attitudes, and democracy -- Power, democracy, and US policy in Central America -- Reflections and projections

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