Essays and Research Papers on South America

In five pages this paper discusses how the Constitution in the post-independence era shaped the definition of working-class Americans, and how the subsequent legal system developed accordingly. Three sources are listed in the bibliography.

This 8 page paper discusses former Chilean president Michelle Bachelet and her use of the five principles of leadership described by Kouzes and Posner. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 5 page paper provides an overview of FARC (Fuerzas Armadas Revolucionarias de Colombia), its tenets, and the organization's guerrilla actions in Colombia. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

This 11 page paper describes the revolutions that swept through Spanish America during the period 1808-1826 and their effects on the Spanish monarchy. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 5 page paper discusses the impact of the 1929 market crash and subsequent depression on the economy, politics and society of Peru. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 3 page paper provides an overview of the types of social protests that are currently underway in this country. Particular attention is given to the homeless protests and the protests against abortion. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 3 page paper discusses three social issues: women’s rights, education and income inequality. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 9 page paper explores the economic progress Brazil has made in the last few decades. This progress is contrasted to continued social disparities. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

This is a 33 page paper that provides an overview of stabilization in Colombia. Emphasis is placed on how the legal and economic policies of Uribe and Santos have increased stability in the country. Bibliography lists 25 sources.

This 4 page paper looks at some cultural factors present in Brazil the may impact on business and sales in the country. The paper discusses the concept and relaxed approach to time keeping, the importance of long-term trusting relationships for family and business, and communication in a high context culture. The bibliography cites 5 sources. ...

This 3 page paper is a review of the book by Ingrid Betancourt, a Colombian woman who was running for the presidency of the country but was captured by a guerilla organization and held captive for six and one half years. Not additional sources are listed.

This 9 page paper explores the history behind Argentina’s financial collapse and the impact that collapse has had on the people. Includes an outline and abstract. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

The Brazilian Government celebrated the 500 anniversary of the founding of Brazil. The celebration was controversial, with the indigenous Indian population, such as the protests of the Pataxo tribe. This 23 page paper looks at why there was controversy examining the issues that created the controversy. This includes an examination of the way in which ...

This 6-page paper provides a fictitious narrative from a Chilean immigrant to Montreal in 1973, after the Pinochet coup. Bibliography lists 4 sources.