Understanding Central America global forces and political change / John A. Booth, University of North Texas, Christine J. Wade, Washington College, Thomas W. Walker, Ohio University.
| Author/creator | Booth, John A., 1946- |
| Other author | Wade, Christine J. |
| Other author | Walker, Thomas W., 1940- |
| Format | Electronic |
| Edition | Seventh edition. |
| Publication Info | New York, NY : Routledge, 2020. |
| Description | pages cm |
| Supplemental Content | Full text available from Taylor & Francis eBooks |
| Subjects |
| Abstract | "In this seventh edition, John A. Booth, Christine J. Wade, and Thomas W. Walker update a classic in the field which invites students to explore the histories, economies, and politics of Costa Rica, Nicaragua, El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras. Covering the region's political and economic development from the early 1800s onward, the authors bring the Central American story up to date. New to the 7th Edition: Analysis of trends in human rights performance, political violence,,and evolution of regime types; Updated findings from surveys to examine levels of political participation and support for democratic norms among Central Americans; Historical and current era material on indigenouss peoples and other racial minorities; Discussion of popular attitudes toward political rights for homosexuals, and LGBTQ access to public services; Discussion of women's rights and access to reproductive health services, and women's integration into elective offices. Tracing evolving party systems, national elections, and U.S. policy toward the region under the Obama and Trump administrations; Central America's international concerns including Venezuela's shrinking role as an alternative source of foreign aid and antagonist to US policy in the region, and migration among and through Central American nations; Understanding Central America is an ideal text for all students of Latin American Politics and is highly recommended for courses on Central American politics, social systems, and history"-- Provided by publisher. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Access restriction | Available only to authorized users. |
| Technical details | Mode of access: World Wide Web |
| Genre/form | Electronic books. |
| LCCN | 2020008433 |
| ISBN | 9780367361686 (hardback) |
| ISBN | 9780367361709 (paperback) |
| ISBN | (ebook) |
| ISBN | (adobe pdf) |
| ISBN | (mobi) |
| ISBN | (epub) |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
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| Electronic Resources | Access Content Online | ✔ Available |