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160 pp.
| Twenty-First Century |
March, 2009 |
LibraryISBN 978-0-8225-9091-0$38.60
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YAAftermath of History series.
This volume chronicles Nicaragua's modern history, from the oppressive dictatorship of the Somoza regime through the violent conflict between the Sandinistas and Contras. Kallen examines events and personalities associated with the civil war, including controversial U.S. involvement. The well-researched, coherent text is enhanced by archival photographs, sidebars, and brief biographies of notable figures (there are a few minor typos). Reading list, timeline, websites. Bib., glos., ind.