The History of El Salvador (The Greenwood Histories of the Modern Nations)

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Plagued by political instability economic hardships and massacres of innocent men women and children El Salvador has fought for freedom throughout the centuries. No other reference source captures the suffering and adversities this ever-evolving country has faced. El Salvadors tumultuous history and recent past are clearly documented in this comprehensive volume filling a void on high school and public library shelves. This work offers the most current coverage on this tiny Latin American nations struggles covering from the pre-Columbian era to economics and politics in the 21st Century. Complete with interviews and accounts from former rebels and guerillas and other victims of the countrys struggle for freedom this volume highlights a unique account of El Salvadors past-the viewpoints from the civilians who lived through it. Students will find The History of El Salvador to be an invaluable source for social studies history current events and political science classes.