Latin America

1. An Introduction to Twenty First Century Latin America
2. Early History
3. Democracy, Dictators, and Tío Sam: A Historical Overview from Independence to the Present Day
4. The Other Americans
5. Society, Family, and Gender
6. Religion in Latin America
7. Latin American Culture and Thought
8. The Political Economy of Latin America
9. Democracy and Authoritarianism: Latin American Political Culture
10. Politics, Power, Institutions, and Actors
11. Struggling for Change: Revolution, Social and Political Movements in Latin America
12. United States- Latin American Relations

Harry E. Vanden is Professor of Political Science and International Studies at the University of South Florida in Tampa. Gary Prevost is Professor and Chair of Political Science at St. John's University.

Special Features

• Excellent organization of topics
• More contemporary discussion than competitors.
• More cohesive narrative and writing voice - since most of the competitors are edited volumes.
• Stronger coverage of politics and gender.