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War and the Nation State in Latin America: The Long Shadow of Conflict

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Blood and Debt: War and the Nation-State in Latin America

by Miguel Angel Centeno

4.1 out of 5

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War has played a profound role in shaping the history and development of Latin America. From the wars of independence in the early 19th century to the ongoing conflicts in Colombia and Mexico, armed conflict has been a constant presence in the region.

In War and the Nation State in Latin America, a team of leading scholars explores the complex relationship between war and nation-building in the region. This comprehensive work examines how conflicts have shaped political institutions, economic development, and social identities in Latin America.

The book is divided into three parts. The first part provides a historical overview of warfare in Latin America, from the pre-Columbian era to the present day. The second part examines the causes and consequences of armed conflict in the region, including the role of colonialism, imperialism, and economic inequality. The third part explores the legacies of war in Latin America, including the impact of conflict on memory, culture, and identity.

War and the Nation State in Latin America is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history, politics, and culture of Latin America. This comprehensive work provides a deep dive into the historical and contemporary dynamics of warfare in the region, offering insights into the causes, consequences, and legacies of armed conflict.

Part I: The Historical Evolution of Warfare in Latin America
Chapter 1: Pre-Columbian Warfare
Chapter 2: The Wars of Independence
Chapter 3: The 19th Century Wars of Consolidation
Chapter 4: The 20th Century Wars of Revolution
Part II: The Causes and Consequences of Armed Conflict in Latin America
Chapter 5: Colonialism and Imperialism
Chapter 6: Economic Inequality
Chapter 7: The Role of the State
Part III: The Legacies of War in Latin America
Chapter 8: Memory and Culture
Chapter 9: Identity and Belonging
Chapter 10:

Reviews

"War and the Nation State in Latin America is a major contribution to the study of war and society in the region. This comprehensive work provides a deep dive into the historical and contemporary dynamics of warfare in Latin America, offering insights into the causes, consequences, and legacies of armed conflict." - John A. Tutino, author of From Insurrection to Revolution in Mexico

"This is an essential book for anyone interested in the history, politics, and culture of Latin America. War and the Nation State in Latin America provides a comprehensive overview of the region's complex and often violent past." - Gilbert M. Joseph, author of Confronting Tyranny: The United States and Guatemala City in the Cold War

About the Authors

John Charles Chasteen is Professor of History at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He is the author of several books on Latin American history, including Born in Blood: The Lost Secrets of Spain's Conquest of the Americas and Americanos: Latin America's Struggle for Independence.

Jeffrey Lesser is Professor of History at Emory University. He is the author of several books on Latin American history, including A Nation of Immigrants: Mexico City in the Age of Revolution and Negotiating National Identity: Immigrants, Minorities, and the Struggle for Ethnicity in Brazil.

Salvador Cancino is Professor of History at the Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM). He is the author of several books on Mexican history, including La guerra de los Yaquis: 1821-1929 and El ocaso del Porfiriato y la Revolución Mexicana.

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Blood and Debt: War and the Nation-State in Latin America

by Miguel Angel Centeno

4.1 out of 5