Latin American Studies

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How Was Guatemala

From: A Beauty that Hurts

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This chapter features a collection of photographs from around Guatemala. 13 $1.30 Add
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Arzú (1996-2000) and the Peace Accord

From: A Beauty that Hurts

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This chapter details shortcomings with The Peace Accord. 4 $0.40 Add
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Gerardi REMHI and the Spectre of Impunity

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This chapter discusses Juan Geradi and an examination of the Recovery of Historical Memory (REMHI) project which he led. 6 $0.60 Add
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Tomuschat and the Truth Commission

From: A Beauty that Hurts

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This chapter discusses the REMHI report in relation to the Truth Commission (CEH) and the CEH’s chief coordinator Christian Tomuschat. 5 $0.50 Add
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Apology Denial and the Death Squad Diary

From: A Beauty that Hurts

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This chapter details findings of the Truth Commission, its consequences, and a dossier that reveals the fate of 183 abducted individuals. 4 $0.40 Add
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Justice and Representation

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This chapter discusses Guatemala’s justice system and the issues within it. 5 $0.50 Add
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Portillo (2002-2004) and the Corruption of Power

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This chapter discusses the presidency of Alfonso Portillo and his abuse of power. 5 $0.50 Add
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Berger (2004-2008) the Atrocity Archive and Business as Usual

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This chapter discusses the presidency of Óscar Berger and the lack of progress for peace in Guatemala. 5 $0.50 Add
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Colom (2008-2012) and the Failure of the State

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This chapter discusses the presidency of Álvaro Colom and his ultimate arrest. 3 $0.30 Add
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Pérez Molina (2012-2015) and the End of the Line

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This chapter discusses the presidency of Perez Molina, which became synonymous with corruption and scandals. 7 $0.70 Add
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The Colonial Experience

From: A Beauty that Hurts

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This chapter details the colonial experience in Guatemala and ethnic division. 13 $1.30 Add
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The Century After Independence

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This chapter is an exploration of the independence of Guatemala from under Spanish rule from 1821 onwards. 13 $1.30 Add
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Arbenz and the Fruit Company

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This chapter deals with the importance of the Arbenz period through the presidency of Jacobo Arbenz Guzmán and the agrarian issues that arose. 6 $0.60 Add
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The Archive that Never Was

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This chapter discusses The National Police Historical Archive (AHPN) and the fight to hold them accountable for their actions. 9 $0.90 Add
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The T Shirt Parade

From: A Beauty that Hurts

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This chapter explores the ever-evolving daily life of indigenous Guatemalans as it is shaped by tourism and change. 6 $0.60 Add
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Indians in the Backcountry

From: A Beauty that Hurts

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In this chapter, the author explores the traditions and daily life of Guatemals’s backcountry. 4 $0.40 Add