Description

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This concise, illustrated survey of modern Peru provides a narrative of the country's political history from Bol var to Boluarte, through the War of the Pacific, the Aristocratic Republic and the rise of APRA. Additional thematic chapters explore the rich tapestry of Peruvian culture, while a closing chapter examines contemporary crises.

About the Author

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John W. Sherman is professor of history at Wright State University. His books include The Mexican Right, Latin America in Crisis, and Mexico: A Concise Illustrated History.