Encyclopedia of Colonial Latin America

Encyclopedia of Colonial Latin America
Author: Thomas M. Leonard
Publisher:
Total Pages:
Release: 2017
Genre: Caribbean Area
ISBN: 9781787854987

The Encyclopedia of Colonial Latin America (1550s to 1820s) covers the history and culture of Central America, South America, and the Caribbean from the arrival of the Spanish, colonization, and independence movements until the 1820s.

Colonial Latin America

Colonial Latin America
Author: Mark A. Burkholder
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Total Pages: 372
Release: 1994
Genre: History
ISBN:

Now featuring scholarship published since the first edition, revised lists of recommended readings that include important books published since 1988, and appendices of rulers of Spain and Portugal, this lively, very readable history provides a concise yet comprehensive study of the Iberian colonies in the New World from the pre-conquest background through European exploration, conquest, and colonization, to the wars of independence in the early nineteenth century. As before, numerous photographs and maps lend immediacy to the narrative, and biographical examples of both conqueror and conquered illustrate colonial life. Clear and engaging, this extremely well-balanced book is invaluable for anyone who wants to learn about Latin America's colonial legacy and difficult transition into the modern era.

Encyclopedia of Pre-colonial Latin America

Encyclopedia of Pre-colonial Latin America
Author: John Michael Francis
Publisher:
Total Pages:
Release: 2017
Genre: Caribbean Area
ISBN: 9781787854970

The Encyclopedia of Precolonial Latin America (Prehistory to 1550s) covers the history and culture of Central America, South America, and the Caribbean from prehistory through the achievements of the Incas in the 16th century.

Encyclopedia of Latin American History and Culture

Encyclopedia of Latin American History and Culture
Author: Barbara A. Tenenbaum
Publisher: Charles Scribner's Sons
Total Pages: 616
Release: 1996
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780684192536

Strives to organize knowledge of the region. It contains nearly 5,300 separate articles. Most topics appear in English alphabetical order.

Encyclopedia of Latin-American History

Encyclopedia of Latin-American History
Author: Michael Rheta Martin
Publisher: Praeger
Total Pages: 368
Release: 1981
Genre: History
ISBN:

The purpose of this book is to provide a convenient one-volume reference work on Latin-American history from the earliest times to the present. Other aspects of Latin-American culture such as religion, literature, political, social, and economic development, and the creative arts are also treated.

Encyclopedia of Latin American Literature

Encyclopedia of Latin American Literature
Author: Verity Smith
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
Total Pages: 962
Release: 1997-03-26
Genre: Literary Criticism
ISBN: 9780203304365

A comprehensive, encyclopedic guide to the authors, works, and topics crucial to the literature of Central and South America and the Caribbean, the Encyclopedia of Latin American Literature includes over 400 entries written by experts in the field of Latin American studies. Most entries are of 1500 words but the encyclopedia also includes survey articles of up to 10,000 words on the literature of individual countries, of the colonial period, and of ethnic minorities, including the Hispanic communities in the United States. Besides presenting and illuminating the traditional canon, the encyclopedia also stresses the contribution made by women authors and by contemporary writers. Outstanding Reference Source Outstanding Reference Book

Encyclopedia of Latin American History and Culture

Encyclopedia of Latin American History and Culture
Author: Barbara A. Tenenbaum
Publisher: MacMillan Publishing Company
Total Pages: 618
Release: 1996
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780684197548

Strives to organize knowledge of the region. It contains nearly 5,300 separate articles. Most topics appear in English alphabetical order.

Encyclopedia of Latin American History and Culture

Encyclopedia of Latin American History and Culture
Author: Barbara A. Tenenbaum
Publisher: Free Press
Total Pages: 710
Release: 1996
Genre: History
ISBN:

Strives to organize knowledge of the region. It contains nearly 5,300 separate articles. Most topics appear in English alphabetical order.

Encyclopedia of Latin America

Encyclopedia of Latin America
Author: Helen Delpar
Publisher: New York : McGraw-Hill
Total Pages: 682
Release: 1974
Genre: Latin America
ISBN:

Provides information on the history, economy, politics, culture, industry, and geography of the eighteen Spanish-speaking republics as well as Brazil, Haiti, and Puerto Rico.

Latino History and Culture

Latino History and Culture
Author: David J. Leonard
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 701
Release: 2015-03-17
Genre: History
ISBN: 1317466462

Latinos are the fastest growing population in America today. This two-volume encyclopedia traces the history of Latinos in the United States from colonial times to the present, focusing on their impact on the nation in its historical development and current culture. "Latino History and Culture" covers the myriad ethnic groups that make up the Latino population. It explores issues such as labor, legal and illegal immigration, traditional and immigrant culture, health, education, political activism, art, literature, and family, as well as historical events and developments. A-Z entries cover eras, individuals, organizations and institutions, critical events in U.S. history and the impact of the Latino population, communities and ethnic groups, and key cities and regions. Each entry includes cross references and bibliographic citations, and a comprehensive index and illustrations augment the text.