El Norte
- 576bladzijden
- 21 uur lezen
A sweeping saga of the Spanish history and influence in North America over five centuries, from the acclaimed author of Empire's Crossroads.
Carrie Gibson Boeken
Carrie Gibson creëert uitgebreide verhalen die de ingewikkelde geschiedenis van het Caribisch gebied belichten en de evolutie ervan van de vroegste ontmoetingen tot heden traceren. Haar wetenschap duikt diep in het complexe weefsel van politieke, sociale en culturele krachten van de regio. Gibsons werk biedt een vitaal perspectief en onthult de blijvende erfenissen van historische gebeurtenissen en de onderlinge verbondenheid van het Caribisch gebied met wereldmachten. Ze brengt de duidelijkheid van een journalist en de nauwgezetheid van een historicus in haar verkenning van de constante transformatie van de regio.
Empire's Crossroads
A History of the Caribbean from Columbus to the Present Day
- 480bladzijden
- 17 uur lezen
The book provides a comprehensive exploration of the Caribbean's history, highlighting its role as a battleground for imperial ambitions and cultural fantasies since Columbus's arrival. Historian Carrie Gibson delves into the region's intricate past, revealing how it has shaped global dynamics and influenced world powers. Through a vivid narrative, readers gain insight into the Caribbean's significance and the diverse stories that have unfolded across its islands.
The narrative explores the extensive impact of Spanish history and culture in North America over a span of five centuries. It delves into the complex interactions between Spanish settlers, indigenous populations, and other colonial powers, highlighting significant events and figures that shaped the continent. The author, known for their previous work, weaves together historical analysis and storytelling to illuminate the lasting legacy of Spanish influence on modern North America.
Traces the story of the coveted area from the northern rim of South America up to Cuba, exploring its history from the arrival of Columbus through colonialism to the present, offering a panoramic view of this complex region.
