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100 1 _aShepherd, William R.
_q(William Robert),
_d1871-1934
245 1 4 _aThe Hispanic Nations of the New World: A Chronicle of Our Southern Neighbors
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2002
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aChronicles of America series; v. 50
500 _aRelease date is 2002-01-01
508 _aProduced by The James J. Kelly Library Of St. Gregory's University, Dianne Bean, Joseph Buersmeyer, Alev Akman, and David Widger
520 _a"The Hispanic Nations of the New World: A Chronicle of Our Southern Neighbors" by William R. Shepherd is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the complexities of Spanish and Portuguese influences in Latin America, with a focus on the period surrounding the independence movements in the early 19th century. It likely explores the intricate relationships between different racial and social groups, the emergence of nation-states in the region, and the challenges faced by these nations in their quest for identity and self-governance after colonial rule ended. The opening of the text presents a detailed overview of the colonial heritage bequeathed by Spain and Portugal to the Americas, highlighting the vast territories controlled by these empires and the diverse population living within them. Shepherd outlines the socio-political dynamics, characterized by tension between Europeans, Creoles, Indians, and enslaved Africans. Themes of racial fusion, social hierarchy, and the complex interplay of power, illustrated through class distinctions and individual ambitions, set the backdrop for the ensuing revolutions. This comprehensive introduction establishes the foundation for understanding the subsequent chapters, which evidently address the burgeoning independence movements and highlight key figures and events that shaped the political landscape of South America. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aAmerica
653 _aLatin America -- History
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/3042
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