La independencia de la América española
By: Jaime E. Rodríguez O.
Edition: 1. ed.
Series: Sección de obras de historia; Serie Ensayos / Fideicomiso Historia de las Américas; Serie Ensayos (Fideicomiso Historia de las Américas)
Publisher: El Colegio de México; Fideicomiso Historia de las Américas; Fondo de Cultura Económica
Published: 1996
Place of publication: México
Language: spa
Number of pages: 308
Subjects: Latin America -- History -- Wars of Independence, 1806-1830.; Spain -- Colonies -- America -- Administration.
Description: "Masterful synthesis of the independence era organized around fundamental themes: state of the Spanish empire, origins of the revolutionary movements, and beginnings of representative government. Author uses a region-by-region approach in coverage of civil strife, military campaigns, and final achievement of independence"--Handbook of Latin American Studies, v. 58.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. 295-305).