Argentina: A Global Studies Handbook (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781851099863)

This work is a unique exploration of modern Argentina, combining narrative historical chapters with a reference section covering the nation's most important cultural figures, places, and events.

Argentina: A Global Studies Handbook is a revealing look at South America's second largest nation, providing an interdisciplinary introduction to the country's economy, history, geography, politics, government, society, and culture.

Argentina spans over five centuries of the nation's evolution--from the arrival of the conquistadors through the years of revolution and independence, from the Peron era and the often difficult post-Peron transitioning, to the surprising success of current president Néstor Kirchner. The book features both narrative chapters on the country's history and culture, and a reference section with alphabetically organized entries on important people, places, events, and more. There is no better place to begin an investigation of Argentine society and culture, its rich artistic traditions and volatile politics, and the dramatic history that shaped the nation as it is today.

Author: Todd L. Edwards
ISBN-10: 1851099867
ISBN-13: 9781851099863
Publisher: ABC-CLIO
Language: English
Published: 02/01/2008
Pages: 376
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.49lbs
Size: 9.09h x 6.40w x 1.26d

Review Citation(s):
Reference and Research Bk News 05/01/2008 pg. 100