Historian Greg Grandin's book, "America, América: A New History of the New World," presents a 500-year narrative that redefines the understanding of US history through a hemispheric lens. By linking the historical experiences of the United States and Latin America, Grandin highlights how both regions have shaped each other's identities and responses to issues like democracy and authoritarianism. His comprehensive exploration spans key events such as the Spanish conquest and revolutions in both regions, emphasizing that modern challenges in the United States can be better understood by studying Latin American resistance movements and their historical context.
Grandin challenges the traditional narrative of US history by showing how the United States and Latin America share a complex and intertwined historical relationship.
He emphasizes that understanding the crisis of democracy in the US today requires acknowledging the lessons of Latin America's past struggles against authoritarianism.
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