Historias paralelas

"Carefully researched study of the economic impact of the Chilean occupation of Lima during the War of the Pacific. Looks at banking and the roles of emerging Spanish and Chinese merchants. Concludes that the economic 'ruin' of Lima by the end of the occupation was nearly complete. Suggests that the economic issues of the Chilean occupation were so profound that they played a significant role in delaying the final settlement of the War of the Pacific claims until 1929"--Handbook of Latin American Studies, v. 58.

"Important contribution for understanding the crucial transitional regime of Manuel Avila Camacho (1940-46). Series of detailed essays explores Mexico's public policy during the period, particularly its international linkages to and role in hemispheric defense. Also examines development of important labor movements and the composition of corporatist interest groups. Includes an imaginative interpretation of cultural contributions by Carlos Monsiváis"--Handbook of Latin American Studies, v. 57.

"Examines Madero's economic ideas and his approach to various economic issues, including labor-management relations, agrarian reform, and fiscal policy. Argues that Madero's economic policies fell somewhere between 19th-century Liberalism and a more modern interventionism"--Handbook of Latin American Studies, v. 58.

"Detailed documentation of the implementation of the Plan Nacional de Desarrollo for the years 1989-94. Contains sections on the goals of the plan, the methods of implementation, and an assessment of accomplishments. Also includes the extensive legislation surrounding the plan"--Handbook of Latin American Studies, v. 57.

En la obra “El retrato en México: 1781-1867. Héroes, emperadores y ciudadanos para una nueva nación"” la autora analiza la producción plástica del género del retrato durante ese periodo. Se estudian en primer lugar los retratos producidos por los profesores y alumnos de la Real Academia de Bellas Artes de San Carlos de la ciudad de México desde su fundación, en 1784 hasta el periodo de 1867. Se hace especial hincapié en los retratos realizados por los profesores españoles que allí impartieron sus enseñanzas como Rafael Jimeno y Planes y Pelegrín Clavé. En segundo lugar se...