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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book recounts the history of the Vera Paz Grant, an agreement between the Central American government and the Eastern Coast of Central America Commercial and Agricultural Company. In the 1830s, the company acquired the rights to Vera Paz, a vast but sparsely populated region in present-day Guatemala. The grant conferred wide-ranging authority on the company, including the power to sell land, exploit resources, and establish local government. The book offers a detailed exploration of this remarkable agreement, setting it against the backdrop of Central America's colonial past and the emergence of republican governments in the region. The author argues that the Vera Paz Grant exemplifies the complex relationship between European colonialism and the rise of independent nations in the Americas. Through an examination of correspondence, treaties, and other archival sources, the book sheds light on the motivations, challenges, and consequences of the Vera Paz Grant. It raises important questions about the legacy of colonialism, the role of foreign investment in developing nations, and the interplay between commercial interests and political power. Ultimately, this book provides valuable insights into the history of Central America and the ongoing debates over the impact of European colonialism. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780331608359_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780331608359
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