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| A Brief History of Argentina (Brief History) | 
| Author: Jonathan C. Brown
Publisher: Checkmark Books
Category: Book
List Price: $19.95
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Avg. Customer Rating:  2 reviews
Sales Rank: 402184
Media: Paperback
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 324
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.2
Dimensions (in): 8.9 x 5.7 x 0.9
ISBN: 0816057192
Dewey Decimal Number: 982
EAN: 9780816057191
ASIN: 0816057192
Publication Date: April 2004
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Condition: Back cover has crease. 1-p6
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Examining both the accomplishments and failures in the historical formation of the nation, this volume spans 12,000 years of Argentine history to provide some answers to the nation's longstanding dilemmas. It begins its investigation with the earliest agriculuturists, who resisted the conquering Inca, and concludes with the political and economic challenges that face the country. Providing a comprehensive narrative of Argentina's rich history, this reference focuses on such key events as the arrival of European colonialists, the struggle for independence, the era of Juan and Eva Peron, and the period known as the Dity War. Specific attention is given to: the culture and history of Argentina's indigenous population; how the area became one of Spain's most commerically successful colonies; the histories, social and political conditions that led to the Dirty War; and the conflict of political power and economic privilege in modern Argentina.
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 Look elsewhere October 27, 2007
8 out of 8 found this review helpful
This book was not good. It was conversationally written and thus easy to read, but if you are really paying attention and trying to learn something, you will notice inconsistencies and places where the chronology of events is not clear.
For example: the Due Obedience Law is passed (exempting low-ranking soldiers from prosecution for dirty war crimes, as they were following orders). Next paragraph: "Despite government actions favorable to their interests, the officer corps remained unrepentant." Next paragraph - a group of soldiers protest. Next paragraph: "The Due Obedience Law followed." Huh?
And that is just one example... one chapter was so jumbled I couldn't even follow it. If I could do it all over again, I'd choose one of the other histories of Argentina.
 Well written, up-to-date, and authoritative. May 1, 2004
17 out of 17 found this review helpful
The author's relaxed, conversational writing style makes this wonderful history book a great read for someone who seeks a solid introduction to Argentina's history. It is written by a well-credentialed professor of Latin American Studies who bases the book, at least in part, on the research of five doctoral dissertations and 15 master's projects written by his students, and former students, about Argentine history. It makes a nice companion to your travel guide.
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