“riordan roett”

Brazil, occupying nearly 50 percent of the South American continent, has the largest economy and is a major political power in Latin America. In this updated and expanded fifth edition of his text, Roett provides a thorough introduction to the dynamics shaping Brazilian politics, economics, and soci... More

With President Hu Jintaos November 2004 visit to Latin America, China signaled to the rest of the world its growing interest in the region. Many observers welcome this development, highlighting the benefits of increased trade and investment, as well as diplomatic cooperation, for both sides. But oth... More

Over the last twenty years Latin America has seen a definitive movement toward civilian rule. Significant trade, fiscal, and monetary reforms have accompanied this shift, exposing previously state-led economies to the forces of the market. Despite persistent economic and political hardships, the com... More

Desde tiempos inmemoriales, las hazanas de los heroes han sido materia del canto popular y fundamento de la memoria colectiva. En Espana, las luchas entre los diferentes reinos facilitaron el rapido traspaso de las escenas historicas al territorio de las leyendas. Tal es el caso del heroe Rodrigo Di... More

Most of the analysis of Latin American exchange rate problems and policies has concentrated on the economic side of things. This volume instead examines the politics of exchange rate management in four nations that had very different approaches and results. Although the Mexican peso crash, Brazils c... More