Tag Archives: Latin America Books

Book Review: “The Country Under My Skin” -by Gioconda Belli

Posted on March 14, 2011 by Amanda

In Nicaragua 1979, after years of dictatorship, the Samoza dynasty came to an end when the Samozas fled the country along with their followers. The nation was euphoric, but still in chaos since the state had been quickly and completely … Continue reading →

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Book Review”Living to Tell the Tale” Gabriel García Márquez

Posted on March 1, 2011 by siquembustillos

Gabriel García Márquez would have to be one of the most recognized authors in Latin America. His writings have reached people on a world level and up to this day, many people all around the world are reading his books … Continue reading →

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The Americas: A Hemispheric History by Felipe Fernandez-Armesto

Posted on January 27, 2011 by allana636

Fernandez-Armesto tells the history of the Americas wholistically–including pre-Columbian societies. Below is a summary of his story of some of the pre-Columbian Peoples of the Americas: Olmec: Lived in what is now the southern part Mexico. The name Olmec means … Continue reading →

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“The Americas A Hemispheric History” Felipe Fernandez Armesto

Posted on January 27, 2011 by siquembustillos

When we study the Americas, it is very important to understand every aspect of it including the people, the culture, traditions and influences that make up this continent. The Americas have been evolving culturally, socially and economically throughout the years. … Continue reading →

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