Colonial Latin America - Softcover

Burkholder, Mark A.; Johnson, Lyman L.

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Softcover

ISBN 10: 0195137027 ISBN 13: 9780195137026

Publisher: Oxford University Press, 2000

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This highly acclaimed text, now in its fourth edition, provides a concise study of the history of the Iberian colonies in the New World from their preconquest background to the wars of independence in the early nineteenth century. The new edition of Colonial Latin America has been updated and revised to reflect recent scholarship. Discussions of social and cultural history have been expanded and illustrated with many new pieces of art. The authors have added new sections on the history of Cuba and Spain in the independence era and an expanded discussion of the role of Latin American women in the national period. The suggested reading lists at the end of each chapter have also been thoroughly revised. Colonial Latin America, 4/e, is indispensable for students who wish to gain a deeper understanding of the fascinating and often colorful history of the cultures, the people, and the struggles that have played a part in shaping Latin America. It is an ideal text for use in undergraduate courses in colonial Latin American history.

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About the Author:

Mark A. Burkholder, Professor of History, University of Missouri, St. Louis. Lyman L. Johnson, Professor of History, University of North Carolina, Charlotte.

Review:

Praise for the previous edition

"Far and away the most lucid and best organized text used in this course-even the students praise it." --Arthur Liebscher, S.J., Santa Clara University

"A superb revision of an already fine text. An excellent foundation for any course on colonial Latin America."--Larry Cebula, Missouri Southern State College

"An excellent, straightforward presentation of major themes in colonial Latin American history. I value its sophistication and nuances; my students appreciate its accessibility and clarity."--Karen Racine, Valparaiso University

"A fine source for an overall narrative. The authors are well aware of the most recent debates, incorporating them into the complex story without distracting from the basic outline. I most appreciate the improvements in the mid-colonial period."--James B. Tueller, Brigham Young
University

"An excellent introduction to the major social, economic, political, and cultural issues of Colonial Latin America. The writing is clear and organized."--Gregory S. Crider, Wingate University

"Possibly the best comprehensive textbook for teaching Colonial Latin America."--Adam A. Pagan, CUNY, Brooklyn

"As with earlier edition, nothing but praise for a clear, concise, comprehensive textbook."--Simon Colier, Vanderbilt University

"The book fits well with the requirements of the undergraduate classes. Its facts are well-linked with the critical analysis expected of a superior text."--Santosh Saha, Mount Union College

"Appropriate for lower and upper-level courses, and graduate courses on Latin America. Should begin every graduate students reading list."--Sonny Davis, Texas AandM University

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