Review
“A nuanced and richly detailed narrative. . . . This well-researched and analytical case study of a Latin American coffee frontier makes valuable contributions to peasant studies, frontier studies, and the history of Latin American export agriculture. The book is rich in comparative insights, especially in relation to coffee-producing frontiers in brazil, Colombia, Central America, and Pureto Rico.”–Agricultural History Journal“This study is especially strong in showing the direct link between political and economic power, and in demonstrating the role of peasants as actors in the shaping of their history. . . . [t]his is a significant study, showing a fascinating model of coffee production and adding to our un [Read More...]
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