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Ten Notable Women of Colonial Latin America

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Spanning the years from 1464 to independence, this book introduces readers to the history of early Latin America through the experiences of ten notable women of the region. Each biographical chapter includes an overview of the era, providing a fresh perspective on Latin American history.

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Introduction: Latin American Women, Old Perspectives and New 1
Chapter 1: Anacaona, 1464?-1503 13
Chapter 2: Malinche, 1504?-1528? 41
Chapter 3: Inés de Suárez, 1507-1572? 61
Chapter 4: Saint Rose of Lima, 1586-1617 83
Chapter 5: The Nun Ensign, 1585 or 1592-1650? 105
Chapter 6: Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz, 1651-1695 125
Chapter 7: Chica da Silva, 1733?-1796 147
Chapter 8: Micaela Bastidas, 1745-1781 171
Chapter 9: La Pola, 1795-1817 193
Chapter 10: Manuela Sáenz, 1797-1856 213
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About the author

James D. Henderson is distinguished professor emeritus of international studies at Coastal Carolina University. Prior to his scholarly career, he served as a Peace Corps volunteer in Columbia. His books include Modernization in Colombia: The Laureano Gómez Years, 1886-1965. Linda R. Henderson is professor emerita at Coastal Carolina University. She has also served as a Peace Corps volunteer in Colombia. Suzanne M. Litrel is a historian of Brazil and the Portuguese Atlantic world. She has taught at Georgia State University, Kennesaw State University, and Bay Shore High School in New York. For more information, see suzannelitrel.com.Suzanne M. Litrel is a historian of Brazil and the Portuguese Atlantic world. She has taught at Georgia State University, Kennesaw State University, and Bay Shore High School in New York. For more information, see suzannelitrel.com.

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Spanning from 1464 to independence, this book introduces readers to the history of early Latin America through the experiences of ten notable women of the region. Each biographical chapter includes an overview of the era, providing a fresh perspective on Latin American history.

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