Venezuela

This comprehensive overview of Venezuelan history, culture, and politics is designed to ground the high school student''s knowledge of the crucial role of the nation on the international scene.Venezuela stands out as one of Latin America''s most influential, yet controversial countries, leading students to want to know more about the nation and its outspoken president. Taking an interdisciplinary approach to ground an understanding of the contemporary nation, provides the reader with an overview of the Venezuelan story from 1499 to the present. The study provides a comprehensive look at all aspects of life in this South American powerhouse, discussing the nation''s geography, history, government and politics, economy, society, and culture. Specific attention is directed to topics such as industry, labor, religion, ethnicity, women, etiquette, literature, art, music, and food, among many others. In addition, the book examines the controversy surrounding Venezuelan leader Hugo Chavez. Written in an accessible and engaging tone, this volume is ideal for high school and undergraduate students-and essential for library shelves.>

About the author

Kimberly J. Morse, PhD, is professor of history at Washburn University. She is coauthor of ABC-CLIO's Venezuela and has written articles on Venezuelan history.

Product details

• Authors: Elizabeth Gackstetter Nichols, Kimberly J. Morse, Elizabeth/ Morse Nichols, Elizabeth Nichols, Kimberly Morse, Kimberly J Morse, Nichols Elizabeth Gackstetter, Morse Kimberly J.
• Publisher: Abc Clio Press
• Content: Book
• Product form: Hardback
• Publication date: 14.10.2010
• Subject: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Geosciences > Geography; Social sciences, law, business > Sociology > Sociological theories
• EAN: 9781598845693
• ISBN: 978-1-59884-569-3
• Pages: 476
• Age Recommendation: ages 7 to 17
• Series: Nations in Focus; Latin America in Focus; Latin America in Focus; Nations in Focus
• Subjects: History; SOCIAL SCIENCE / Human Geography; HISTORY / Latin America / South America; Geography and World Cultures; Geography and World Cultures: Countries and Regions