Economic Development of Latin America

Covering the evolution of Latin American economy and society from colonial times to the military regime in Chile, this introductory survey offers an expanded historical perspective in its second edition. Key events since the Cuban Revolution, including agrarian reforms in Peru and Chile, challenges faced by the Central America Common Market and LAFTA, as well as Brazil's industrialization and Cuba's economic consolidation, are examined. Additionally, updated statistical and demographic data extend to the early 1970s and 1975, respectively.