Synopses & Reviews
From pre-Columbus to recent military regimes, this is an accessible and objective guide to a country struggling with financial crises.
Beginning with a concise summary of Argentine early history, Colin M. Lewis closely examines the many upheavals that have characterized this nation since the early nineteenth century. With special focus on political intrigue, military power, and such key figures as Eva Peron and Videla, this is an engaging survey of the driving forces behind Argentina, its dramatic rise, and recent problems.
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With special focus on political intrigue, military power, and such key figures as Eva Peron and Videla, this is a engaging survey of the driving forces behind Argentina, its dramatic rise, and recent problems.
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Focussing on the last two centuries, the author outlines all the key events, from Independence to the 'dirty war'. And from the Falklands conflict to the economic and political crises of 2001, while tracing the tumultuous careers of such figures as Rosas, the Perons and Carlos Menem.
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Includes bibliographical references (p. 236-244) and index.