Latin-American & Carribean Studies Term Papers

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Carrasco/Religions of Mesoamerica

A 6 page research paper that addresses David Carrasco's book Religions of Mesoamerica. The writer looks at how the author describes and uses the framework of worldmaking, worldcentering and worldrenewing to explain Mesoamerican religious practice. No additional sources cited.

Alvarez/Time of the Butterflies

A 6 page essay/research paper that, first of all, explains the real-life historical connection of this novel to the deaths of three sisters who were brutally murdered by the Trujillo regime in the Dominican Republic. Then, the writer discusses the structure of the novel and how Alvarez creates characterization by letting each sister narrate the story in turn. A specific passage from the novel is then analyzed. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

Batalla/Mexico Profundo

An 11 page book review that examines Guillermo Batalla's text Mexico Profundo, which begins with his argument that there are actually two distinct civilizations vying for dominance in Mexico: Mesoamerican and Western (Batalla (xv). The writer offers a comprehensive summary of the book, Batalla's arguments and his vision for Mexico's future. No additional sources cited.

The State of Democracy in Brazil

This 7 page paper examines the country of Brazil and why it is unstable. Its government, military and economy is discussed in depth. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

US Impact/Mexican Revolution

A 10 page research paper that examines the extent and influence of US intervention in the Mexican Revolution. The writer focuses on discussing the occupation of Veracruz and the Punitive Expedition sent again Pancho Villa. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

Obstacles to Democracy in Brazil

This 6 page paper examines Brazil and why it cannot fully embrace democracy. The paper argues that the democratization process has stalled as the people cling to their military past. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

Writing and Education in Latin America

A 7 page paper which examines the role of writing and education in the rising conscience of an independent Latin America as seen through the work of Felipe Guaman Poma and Simon Bolivar. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

What Castellanos' Book of Lamentations says about Racism in Society

This 4 page paper talks about the theme of racism as expressed by the book. The concept of Ladino is discussed and characters are noted as examples of stereotypes or how they break them. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

Panama SWOT

This 5 page paper is a SWOT analysis of the country of Panama. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

The Legitimacy of the Haitian State

This 14 page paper addressees the question that goes to what makes a state legitimate or illegitimate. A list of failed states are discussed and Haiti is chosen as an example to further address why certain states fail. Specific issues are explored in depth which are the lack of nationalism, Haiti's underdeveloped status and the allowance of continual violence. Bibliography lists 13 sources.

Favelas; A Reflection of the Social, Political and Economic Conditions in Brazil

Favelas may be perceived as shanty towns, but in Brazil they are attractive permanent structure built by community and perceived by some as a model for self help. This 3 page paper consider how the development of these favelas by squatters reflect the political, social and economic history and conditions in brazil. The bibliography cites 2 sources.

Women in Latin American Politics

This 10 page paper discusses the way in which gender impacts politics; women in Latin politics in the recent past, and the situation today. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

Displacement In Terms Of Family, Education And Community In Richard Rodriguez's "Hunger Of Memory"

6 pages in length. Richard Rodriguez's seeming abandonment of his Mexican cultural identity only served to strengthen a new cultural identity he believed he had to establish if he was ever going to make the most of himself. By shedding what he perceived to be the single-most deterrent of success, the author let go of his own heritage so that he was able to gain the education necessary for full inclusion into an otherwise culturally disinfected country. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

The Visions and Importance of the Virgin Mary

A 4 page paper which examines two articles that discuss the visions and importance of the Virgin Mary. The works utilized are Antonio Valeriano’s “History of the Miraculous Apparition of the Virgin of Guadalupe in 1531,” and Jeanette Rodriguez’ “Our Lady of Guadalupe: Faith and Empowerment among Mexican-American Women.” No additional sources cited.

Questions on Aztec Culture

A 9 page research paper that answers ten questions concerning scholarship on Aztec civilization and culture. The writer draws on the scholarship of Miguel Leon-Portilla and James Maffie. Topics addressed primarily concern Aztec metaphysical philosophy. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

Communications in the New World

This 6 page paper discusses the ways in which the Spanish explorers tried to communicate with the Indians they encountered on their voyages to the New World, and in fact how they conceived of the problem of communication. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

Critical Political Analysis of Jacobo Timerman’s “Prisoner Without a Name, Cell Without a Number”

A 7 page paper which analyzes the text while relating it to world political issues such as realism and idealism, foreign policy decision-making, great power rivalries (conflict), democracies, liberalism, and human rights. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

The Cuba Embargo: Why Does it Still Exist?

An 8 page paper which examines why the Cuban embargoes are still in effect many decades later. Bibliography lists 15 sources.

Bolivian Aviation Management

This 8 page paper explores some of the issues surrounding aviation in Bolivia. Bibliography lists 6 sources

Supermarkets In Central America

This 9 page paper provides an overview of the supermarket industry in Latin America with an emphasis on Central America. In the early 1990s, supermarkets held only about a 10 to 20 percent market share of all retail food sales, today, they have more than a 50 percent market share. The essay identifies supermarket companies that are dominant in several countries, including Costa Rica, Nicaragua, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and the Dominican Republic, and reports their growth as well as some of the mergers consolidating the industry. Statistical data are reported. 1 Table is included. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

Latin America/3 Issues

A 6 page research paper that examines 3 issues in Latin American society in 3 two-page discussions. The topics covered are: the role of women in Latin America & Economic impact of that role; the role of Catholic Church in history & inroads made by other religions; and the role of indigenous people & their needs. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

Lifting the Embargo on Cuba

A 7 page paper which examines how and why the United States should lift the embargo on Cuba and allow travel and trade. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

Latin American Women in the Colonial Period

An 8 page research paper. The colonial period in Latin America encompasses roughly four hundred years. During that time the role and status of women evolved and changed, according to the economic and sociopolitical atmosphere of the era and the region. The following examination of the role of women in Latin America focuses on what four texts reveal about this topic. The authors focus on different regions and address this topic from different perspectives, which serve to illuminate understanding of women's role during the Latin American colonial period. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

An Evaluation of Children's Hispanic and Latino Literature

This 14 page paper examines this genre in children's books. An annotated bibliography is included along with a paper that examines the quality of the literature and how it addresses the nuances of the particular culture. Bibliography lists 15 sources.

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