The History of Nicaragua

(Hardback, 2nd edition)

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From colonial rule to revolution and beyond, this concise history of Nicaragua unpacks the political struggles, economic transformations, and social movements that have shaped the modern nation, offering essential insights into a country defined by resilience and change.

Tracing Nicaraguas past from indigenous civilizations to Spanish conquest, dictatorship, and revolution, the book examines key forces that have shaped its destiny. Discover the rise and fall of the Somoza dynasty, the impact of the agro-export economy, the legacy of the Sandinista revolution, and the countrys complex path to democracy.

This revised edition brings Nicaraguas story into the present, analyzing recent years of political and social changeincluding President Daniel Ortegas shift toward authoritarianism, the contested elections of 2011, 2016, and 2021, the 2018 protests, the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, and evolving U.S.-Nicaragua relations. Featuring updated timelines, key figures, and essential terms, this book is an indispensable guide to understanding Nicaraguas past, present, and future.

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Clifford L. Staten, PhD, is professor of political science and international studies at Indiana University Southeast, USA.