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In keeping with the University of Kentucky's commitment to reduce risks associated with the novel coronavirus, all public library spaces on campus are CLOSED. UK Libraries is now operating on an online service delivery model. View our online services and resources here.

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In keeping with the University of Kentucky's commitment to reduce risks associated with the novel coronavirus, all public library spaces on campus are CLOSED. UK Libraries is now operating on an online service delivery model. View our online services and resources here.

UK Libraries has shifted to an online service delivery model due to the temporary closing of campus library locations.

Please contact us via chat
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Encyclopedia of Latin American History and Culture

Description

Provides a multidisciplinary view of Latin American history and culture from prehistoric times to the present. Covers cultural issues and includes numerous biographical profiles of important figures in politics, letters and the arts. Jay Kinsbruner and Erick D. Langer. Charles Scribner's Sons. 6 vols. Available through the Gale Virtual Reference Library (GVRL).

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Gale Cengage Learning

Research Guides

Anthropology, Biographical Information, Countries, Hispanic Studies, Hispanic/Latino Culture, History

Coverage

2008, rev. ed.

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