History of Modern Latin America (260-2-20)

Instructors

Paul James Gillingham
847/467-4829
Harris Hall - Room 323

Meeting Info

555 Clark B03: Tues, Thurs 9:30AM - 10:50AM

Overview of class

This comprehensive survey traces the history of Latin America and the Caribbean from the Wars of Independence of the 1810s to the present. The course moves between political, social, environmental and cultural histories, interweaving thematic analysis with specific case studies from each region. Students will look at the big processes that shaped those histories: capitalism, development, revolution, dictatorship and dramatic environmental change. We will use sources in translation including novels, films, memoirs and intelligence files to explore the formation of modern societies, citizens and states against a backdrop of some of the earliest democracies and most unequal economies in the world.

Learning Objectives

To provide students with a comprehensive introduction to Latin American history and culture.

Evaluation Method

exams and essays

Class Notes

History Area(s) of Concentration: Americas

Class Attributes

Historical Studies Foundational Discipline
Social and Behavioral Science Foundational Discipl
Historical Studies Distro Area
Global Perspectives on Power, Justice, and Equity
Social & Behavioral Sciences Distro Area

Associated Classes

DIS - Kresge Centennial Hall 2-343: Wed 11:00AM - 11:50AM

DIS - Locy Hall 314: Wed 10:00AM - 10:50AM

DIS - Harris Hall L04: Wed 1:00PM - 1:50PM