Explanation and analysis of late-18th-century writings of Gilij in the fields of ethnology and natural history –Handbook of Latin American Studies, v. 58.
Actas Compilation of presentations from the Fourth International Congress of Comparative History. Although the case for comparative history is unclear, this mixed bag of essays has some interesting readings, mostly on the history of northern Mexico. Sections on colonial literary texts and the praxis of contemporary primary schools in northern Mexico…
La California Mexicana Collection of previously published essays on Baja California by a master of Mexican history and ethnohistory. Includes a new autobiographical introduction and an epilogue, examining Baja California from the perspective of various frontier theories. Included are essays on the Dominicans, Franciscans, and explorers. A valuable overview of the history of…
Las Nuevas Políticas De Ajuste En América Latina: Globalización Del… First in a series assessing the effects of globalization on Latin American economies. This volume examines the impact of increased integration and competition on the Mexican economy. Leading authorities examine such issues as the implementation of neoliberal policies, job security and the union movement, and volatile capital flows --Handbook of…
The American Vision Put the work of a Pulitzer prize-winning author in your students hands every day The American Vision boasts an exceptional author team with specialized expertise in colonial, Civil War, 20th-century, and Civil Rights history. The full panorama of American history comes alive through their vivid and accurate retelling, and the…
Research Challenges For Anglophone Studies In The 21st Century Once again young researchers of Spanish universities in the field of English Studies unite their efforts to present a new volume of excellent collaborations under the title of RESEARCH CHALLENGES FOR ANGLOPHONE STUDIES IN THE 21st CENTURY. The title not only does not disappoint readers’ expectations, but also responds to…
Regional Economic Outlook, April 2012 Growth in much of Latin America remains solid, although it slowed during the second half of 2011 as result of the combined effects of policy tightening and global uncertainties. Under our baseline, we expect growth in Latin America and the Caribbean to moderate to about 3¾ percent in 2012, from…
