The History of Costa Rica - Puntarenas, Costa Rica - There's a Book About It on Waymarking.com

The book: The History of Costa Rica by Monica A. Rankin, Hardcover 232 pages, Illustrated, May 3 2012.

From Amazon: "Concise yet thorough, this engaging book provides an overview of the unique history of an increasingly important Central American nation.The History of Costa Ricaprovides a thorough, straightforward narrative of a Central American country that has become increasingly more visible since the end of the 20th century. Written for students and the general reader, this book covers the nation from its pre-Colombian origins to the present day. This chronologically organized volume documents the area's earliest inhabitants, then moves on through the colonial period, the process of nation-state formation in the 19th century, the volatile period of liberal reform, and the era of civil war and its aftermath. More recent times are also explored, including the role of Costa Rica in the Cold War, the peace process of the 1980s, and the development of the strong tourism industry that flourishes today. Among the prominent themes running through the book are the unique historical development of the country, the importance of its democratic tradition, and Costa Rica's role in a global context."

Coordinates are from the city name on the Puntarenas Malecón next to the Puntarenas pier and the La Concha Acustica de Puntarenas amphitheater.

ISBN Number: 9780313379444 Author(s): Monica A. Rankin

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