This book describes the origins of the current crisis faced by the countries of Central America. Starting with Nicaragua, the author looks at the situation in each country and relates the issues and events that have led to the present state of affairs in each. The nature of the relationship between Central America and the United States is examined in detail. World concern over Central America is highlighted, in particular the possibility of another "Vietnam", and the question of human rights. The final chapter speculates on the chances of a peaceful solution to the conflict in the region. The book may be used as background reading for GCSE studies and Standard Grade in Scotland.
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Verlagsgruppe
Hachette Children's Group
Zielgruppe
Für Jugendliche
Für Grundschule und weiterführende Schule
Für höhere Schule und Studium
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60 b&w photographs, maps and diagrams, date chart, further reading list, glossary, index
ISBN-13
978-1-85210-302-6 (9781852103026)
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Schweitzer Klassifikation
The entry of the FSLN into Managua; Nicaragua; the United States and the Sandinista revolution; El Salvador - terror by death squads; sucked into the quagmire - Honduras and Costa Rica; Guatamala; the shark and the sardines; Central America and the world; future perspectives.
