U.S. and Latin American Relations

The third edition of U.S. and Latin American Relations provides a comprehensive theoretical and historical analysis of contemporary US-Latin American relations, utilizing four different theories and examining critical contemporary issues such as immigration, human rights, and challenges to US hegemony. It includes engaging pedagogical features and a new chapter on extrahemispheric actors.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 326 pages
Publication date: 01 December 2022
Publisher: Cambridge University Press

The third edition of U.S. and Latin American Relations is a comprehensive and insightful resource that provides a thorough theoretical and historical analysis of contemporary US-Latin American relations. Utilizing four distinct theories—realism, liberal institutionalism, dependency, and autonomy—as a framework, the text offers a concise yet comprehensive history of relations from Latin American independence to the COVID-19 era. It then delves into critical contemporary issues such as immigration, human rights, and challenges to US hegemony, engaging readers with engaging pedagogical features such as timelines, research questions, and annotated resources.

In addition to its theoretical framework, the third edition includes a new chapter on the role of extrahemispheric actors such as China and Russia, as well as a significantly revised chapter on citizen insecurity that examines crime, drug trafficking, and climate change. Instructors will find valuable resources in the form of a test bank, lecture slides, and discussion questions to enhance their teaching experience.

This third edition of U.S. and Latin American Relations is an essential tool for students, scholars, and policymakers interested in understanding the complex and multifaceted relationship between the United States and Latin America. Its comprehensive coverage, engaging pedagogy, and up-to-date analysis make it a valuable resource for anyone seeking to gain a deeper understanding of this important region.

Weight: 689g
ISBN-13: 9781009205962
Edition number: 3 Revised edition