Latin American Studies 386f - Central America:Reform,Reaction,Revolution

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Mount Holyoke College

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(Same as History 386f) This seminar explores the diverse experiences of Central American nations in the twentieth century. From a common basis in an export-oriented agriculture, social and political alternatives ranging from social democracy to recurrent military rule, neofascist regimes, and revolutionary socialism have emerged in the isthmus. The course uses materials ranging from autobiography and literature to historical and anthropological studies to understand how this came to be. In addition to national cases, we consider the unique experiences of the area's indigenous and Atlantic-coast peoples within and outside the nation-state framework. Meets multicultural requirement; meets Humanities I-B requirement L. Gudmundson Prereq. jr, sr, 8 credits in Latin American studies or related field, or permission of instructor; 4 credits

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8.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.mtholyoke.edu

Phone Number:

(413) 538-2000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

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Semester

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