Peru since Independence

This concise, illustrated survey of modern Peru provides a narrative of the country’s political history from Bolívar to Boluarte, through the War of the Pacific, the Aristocratic Republic and the rise of APRA. Additional thematic chapters explore the rich tapestry of Peruvian culture, while a closing chapter examines contemporary crises.

John W. Sherman is professor of history at Wright State University. His books include The Mexican Right, Latin America in Crisis, and Mexico: A Concise Illustrated History.

Preface Map of Peru Chapter 1 Independence and Uncertainty Chapter 2 The Time of Ramón Castilla Chapter 3 Life and Culture, c. 1780-1867 Chapter 4 Disaster: The War of the Pacific Chapter 5 Picking Up the Pieces Chapter 6 Life and Culture, 1867-1908 Chapter 7 The Age of Leguía Chapter 8 The Challenge of Mass Politics Chapter 9 Life and Culture, 1908-1948 Chapter 10 Waiting for Change Chapter 11 The Left Transcendent Chapter 12 Life and Culture, 1948-1980 Chapter 13 The Tumult Chapter 14 The Dictatorship Chapter 15 The Neoliberal Republic Chapter 16 Life and Culture since 1980 Chapter 17 Crisis, Covid, and Castillo Suggested Readings Index