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Works of Hubert Howe Bancroft, (Volume VIII) History of Central America (Vol. III.) 1801-1887

Works of Hubert Howe Bancroft, (Volume VIII) History of Central America (Vol. III.) 1801-1887

Howe Bancroft, Hubert

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General Political ScienceSouth American History

ISBN10: 9353609860
ISBN13: 9789353609863
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Published: Apr 28 2019
Pages: 796
Weight: 2.19
Height: 1.76 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
Central America did not simply emerge after Spain. It was fought into being. Empires fall; nations argue on. In this eighth volume of Hubert Howe Bancroft's landmark series, History of Central America (Vol. III.) traces central America 1801-1887 with a steady, documentary eye, following the region through the spanish colonial aftermath into the pressures of independence era politics. Bancroft assembles a formidable historical reference volume: a primary source compilation shaped into a coherent narrative of government making and unmaking, rival programmes, and the hard grind of legitimacy. From shifting alliances to liberal conservative conflicts, the book brings nineteenth century central america into focus as a place where ideals met geography, commerce, and force. Read for the long view of nation building reforms, for the texture of debate behind borders, and for the way local struggles connect to the wider arc of latin american studies. Bancroft remains a foundational name in academic history research, and this volume stands as a serious contribution to any complete regional history collection: not a gloss, but a dense record designed to be returned to, cited, and argued with. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike.

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