Essays and Research Papers on Issues in Latin-America

A 4 page paper discussing typical family relationships in 16th century Latin America, during the early colonial period. It uses as its beginning Cook and Cook’s “Good Faith and Truthful Ignorance: A Case of Transatlantic Bigamy.” Today’s Latin American families have many more options open to them, but the attitudes and perceptions of ...

This 3 page paper takes an economic look at these two continents. The theories of Stanley Engerman and Ken Sokoloff are discussed. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 6 page paper looks at the treaty as well as the relationship between the United States and Mexico. The treatment of Mexican-Americans is highlighted. The Chicano movement is discussed as well as other events during the 1960s. The significance of the treaty is expressed throughout the paper. Bibliography lists 3 sources. ...

A 3 page paper which discusses the social code for women in Colonial Latin America. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 4 page discussion of the impacts of neoliberalization and globalization on the economy and, in turn, Mexican society. The author contends that for many Latin American countries the impacts of neoliberalism on their society have been quite negative. This is certainly the case for Mexico. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 3 page summary of “Our Guerrillas, Our Sidewalks” by Herbert Braun. No additional sources cited.

This 8 page paper looks at black slavery in the Latin countries and why slavery differed from region to region. Brazil is one country of focus in this analysis. Economics is discussed. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 7-page paper focuses on trade development challenges faced by Caribbean island nations. Topics discussed include the economies of these nations and what is being done to help in terms of trade and economic development. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 3 page essay that analyzes Nuyorican Dreams, a 1999 documentary directed by Laurie Collyer, which focuses on the family of Marta Torres, an immigrant from Puerto Rico who came to New York in search of the American Dream and a better life for herself and her family, but instead found an American "nightmare" ...

This 3 page paper discusses and analyzes the current land reform ideas of Brazil's president Lula. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 7 page paper comparing the central banking systems of Argentina and the US. It appears that the primary difference in the central banks of Argentina and the US (aside from direct government involvement) is the ability of each to control the money supply as well as interest rates as instruments used in fine-tuning ...

A 4 page paper which examines and compares the systems of the Aztecs and the Incas as it involves tributes in the 16th century. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 11 page paper discusses the effects of poverty on the nutrition of the nations of the Caribbean. Possible causes, effects and solutions offered. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

This 25-page paper is a destination location analysis of Cancun, in Mexico. The paper includes a detailed analysis of existing structures and facilities, as well as assets available for development. The paper also touches on the liabilities of the region. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 7 page discussion of the manner in which this broad cultural classification differs from the mainstream population in regard to their interaction with medical professionals. The author emphasizes that while there are differences, there are also similarities. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 4 page overview of the importance of the sugar industry in the Spanish Conquest. The author contends that the desire for sugar drove much of the international relationships at the time. Spain, consequently, was not above enslaving the indigenous peoples of the Americas nor the indigenous peoples of Africa to fuel her ...

A 5 page paper discussing whether MERCOSUR can be held responsible in any way for Argentina’s economic collapse in 2001-2002. MERCOSUR brought promise of increased trade with South American neighbors until the Argentine economy could improve to the point that it could attain membership in NAFTA. There were other factors at work, however, ...

A paper which considers the recent case of Marta Laureano and the issues it raises with regard to child abuse and the importance of bilingualism in a multi-cultural society. Bibliography lists 3 sources

An 8 page paper discussing the risk of entering the Argentine market during economic rebuilding. Before and during the economic crisis, there was much perceived risk in entering Argentina. There is far less risk now, however. The country has made many structural changes that support business well, while also contributing to increasing ...

This 5-page paper discusses Argentina as an emerging market on the global scene. The main thrust of this is that Argentina's economic health, though improving, is still not enough for this country to be a global player. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 3 page paper focuses on several points that had come about during February of 2004 during the unrest in Haiti. Some background information is provided. The focus of the paper is in part on the actions of Colin Powell and others involved in talks that occurred during the time period. Bibliography ...

A 10 page overview of the problems English speaking Caribbean nations encounter in regard to functioning in the world economy. The author asserts that the WTO has had little positive effect on these countries. CARICOM, in contrast, offers these countries hope. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 12 page overview of the problems English speaking Caribbean nations encounter in regard to functioning in the world economy. The author asserts that the WTO has had little positive effect on these countries. CARICOM, in contrast, offers these countries hope. Bibliography lists 11 sources.

This 16 page paper details the differences in the realist versus the liberal perspectives in terms of free trade agreements. More specifically, this paper examines the world's largest free trade agreement: the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) in order to highlight the underlying idiological issues. Bibliography lists 30 sources.

This 5 page paper provides an analysis of this poignant book. Furthermore, this paper examines the cultural plight of the Mexicans and their struggles in coming to America. Bibliography lists 5 sources.