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Colombia
A Concise Contemporary History
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ISBN-13:
9781442275744
Veröffentl:
2017
Seiten:
314
Autor:
Michael J. LaRosa
eBook Typ:
EPUB
Kopierschutz:
Adobe DRM [Hard-DRM]
Sprache:
Englisch
Beschreibung:
This deeply informed and accessible book traces the history of Colombia thematically over the past two centuries. Michael J. LaRosa and Germán R. Mejía move beyond the common perception of a failed state to explore the rich heritage and dynamism that have characterized Colombia past and present.
Colombia is at a historic crossroads as its leaders implement peace accords that will end an undeclared but bitter civil war that has raged for more than half a century. Building a nation at peace will require the input and collaboration of both Colombians and the world community. Yet relatively little is known about Colombia in the United States and abroad.
This deeply informed and accessible book traces the history of Colombia thematically over the past two centuries. In twelve interlinked chapters, Michael J. LaRosa and Germán R. Mejía depart from more standard approaches by presenting a history of political, social, and cultural accomplishments within the context of Colombia’s specific geographic and economic realities. Their emphasis on cultural development, international relations, and everyday life contrasts sharply with works that brand Colombia as a failed state, focusing on its violent past or on an economy deeply dependent on narcotics. Instead, the authors emphasize Colombia’s remarkable national cohesion and endurance since the early nineteenth century wars for independence. They explore two distinct eras: the “long nineteenth century” (1780–1899) and the “ongoing twentieth century” (1899–present). Including a photo essay, detailed chronology, and resource guide, this concise yet thorough history will be an invaluable resource for all those seeking a thoughtful, definitive interpretation of the rich heritage and dynamism that have characterized Colombia past and present.
This deeply informed and accessible book traces the history of Colombia thematically over the past two centuries. In twelve interlinked chapters, Michael J. LaRosa and Germán R. Mejía depart from more standard approaches by presenting a history of political, social, and cultural accomplishments within the context of Colombia’s specific geographic and economic realities. Their emphasis on cultural development, international relations, and everyday life contrasts sharply with works that brand Colombia as a failed state, focusing on its violent past or on an economy deeply dependent on narcotics. Instead, the authors emphasize Colombia’s remarkable national cohesion and endurance since the early nineteenth century wars for independence. They explore two distinct eras: the “long nineteenth century” (1780–1899) and the “ongoing twentieth century” (1899–present). Including a photo essay, detailed chronology, and resource guide, this concise yet thorough history will be an invaluable resource for all those seeking a thoughtful, definitive interpretation of the rich heritage and dynamism that have characterized Colombia past and present.
Foreword by Pamela Murray
Introduction
Chapter 1: Origins
Chapter 2: The Colombian Nations
Chapter 3: The Dynamics of a Political Community
Chapter 4: The Cadence of Unity
Chapter 5: Conflict
Chapter 6: Economic Unity
Photo Essay
Chapter 7: A Common Space
Chapter 8: Cultural Dynamism
Chapter 9: Daily Life
Chapter 10: Colombia and the World
Chapter 11: Colombians Abroad
Chapter 12: Colombians Search for Peace
Conclusion
Colombian Chronology, 1810–1991
Selected Bibliography
Introduction
Chapter 1: Origins
Chapter 2: The Colombian Nations
Chapter 3: The Dynamics of a Political Community
Chapter 4: The Cadence of Unity
Chapter 5: Conflict
Chapter 6: Economic Unity
Photo Essay
Chapter 7: A Common Space
Chapter 8: Cultural Dynamism
Chapter 9: Daily Life
Chapter 10: Colombia and the World
Chapter 11: Colombians Abroad
Chapter 12: Colombians Search for Peace
Conclusion
Colombian Chronology, 1810–1991
Selected Bibliography