A Brief History of Argentina

"... concise and interesting accounts of the [history] of ... Argentina ... most appropriate for university collections and could be used as [a textbook] for undergraduate classes in Latin American studies." ---American Reference Books Annual

"The book provides an unusual and noteworthy blend of narrative detail with a broad analytical framework ... Recommended ..." ---Choice

Argentina has a population that ranks among the most educated and skilled in Latin America, and its middle class has historically been large and politically engaged. Yet Argentina remains mired in economic instability, chronic unemployment, strict class divisions, and political corruption. Still, Argentines refuse to accept their current conditions. There has been a continuous effort to address the injustices and tyranny that occurred during the Dirty War (1976-83) and the two-decade silence that followed the military dictatorship. Additionally, in a significant demonstration of progress, October 2007 marked the first time a woman was elected president.

Continuing where the first edition ended and spanning more than 12,000 years of history, A Brief History of Argentina, Second Edition thoroughly and comprehensively explores the country's obstacles and triumphs and discusses how they will affect Argentina's future.

Basic facts, a chronology, a bibliography, and a list of suggested reading make up the appendixes.

Jonathan C. Brown is professor of history at the University of Texas and previously served as associate director of the Institute of Latin American Studies. He is the author of Latin America: A Social History of the Colonial Period and the award-winning A Socioeconomic History of Argentina, 1776-1860, among other publications.