Latin America and the Caribbean: A Systematic and Regional Survey - Softcover

Blouet, Brian W.; Blouet, Olwyn M.

 
9780471135708: Latin America and the Caribbean: A Systematic and Regional Survey

Synopsis

This unique book provides both a thematic as well as regional look at Latin America and the Caribbean. The thematic approach surveys the physical environment, historical geography, demography, agriculture, communications, industry, urban and political aspects of Latin America. The regional approach covers Mexico, Central America, the Caribbean, Andean America, Brazil and the Southern Cone.

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Synopsis

Within a geographical and historical framework, this edition discusses related contemporary Latin American issues. Topics covered include: environmental problems; population pressure; urbanization; migration; drugs and economic development. Systematic chapters such as agriculture, population, cities and economies survey themes throughout the region. This edition includes a chapter on Mexico.

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