"The United States and Latin America presents a complex and dynamic view ofthe relationship between the United States and Latin America. Through acombination of targeted, thematic chapters and a range of freshly-translateddocuments, Jeffrey F. Taffet and Dustin Walcher illuminate the historicalcontinuities and conflicts that have defined the vital relationship. Givingequal weight to Latin American and United States voices, this text providesan essential collection of primary sources for students and scholars, and isan indispensable touchstone for anyone interested in the histories of theUnited States and Latin America. "--Provided by publisher.;The nineteenth century context -- Boundaries, war and the canal -- Interventions, occupations and commerce -- Cultural encounters -- Challenging the United States -- Depression and global conflict -- Renewed intervention and revolution -- Modernization and militarization -- Evolving cultural connections -- Latin American nationalism and independence -- Morality and anti-communism -- The Washington consensus and beyond -- In a globalized world.