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Monica A. Rankin, PhD, a pioneer in Mexican diplomacy, gender, fashion, and identity in the 1940s, is assistant professor of history at the University of Texas, Dallas, TX. Rankin specializes in the history of Mexico, Latin America, and U.S.-Latin American relations.Concise yet thorough, this engaging book provides an overview of the unique history of an increasingly important Central American nation.
The History of Costa Rica provides a thorough, straightforward narrative of a Central American country that has become increasingly more visible since the end of the 20th century. Written for students and the general reader, this book covers the nation from its pre-Colombian origins to the present day.
This chronologically organized volume documents the area's earliest inhabitants, then moves on through the colonial period, the process of nation-state formation in the 19th century, the volatile period of liberal reform, and the era of civil war and its aftermath. More recent times are also explored, including the role of Costa Rica in the Cold War, the peace process of the 1980s, and the development of the strong tourism industry that flourishes today. Among the prominent themes running through the book are the unique historical development of the country, the importance of its democratic tradition, and Costa Rica's role in a global context.
Series Foreword
Preface
Timeline of Historical Events
1 Introduction: Pura Vida
2 Colonial Costa Rica
3 Independence and the Early Nineteenth Century
4 Emergence of National Identity
5 The Consolidation of the Liberal State
6 The Banana Republic
7 The Social Welfare State and Civil War
8 The Cold War and the Liberación Era
9 State-Led Development and Debt
10 Contemporary Costa Rica
Notable People in the History of Costa Rica
Glossary
Bibliographic Essay
Index
Understanding a nation's past is critical to understanding its present.
Taking readers from prehistoric times to the present day, titles in the Histories of Modern Nations explore the political, cultural, philosophical, and religious continuities in a nation’s history. Each volume includes:
· A complete chronological history of the nation, equipping readers with a thorough understanding of the events that shaped the country
· Biographical sketches of notable figures in the country’s history, enabling readers to identify key players and their influential roles
· A timeline, helping readers to visualize the sequence of events and see connections and patterns through history
· A bibliographical essay, providing a cohesive overview of further reading on the topic and facilitating additional study
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