Racialism, Drugs, and Migration: Contemporary Issues in Latin America and the Caribbean provides students with a collection of curated readings that focus on modern challenges within these regions. The anthology is divided into three distinct sections. Section I features a focus on ethnicity and racialism, with readings that address the nationalization of ethnicity, Black politics in Latin America, Mexico's indigenous resistance to globalization, and the myth of racial democracy in Brazil. In Section II, students read articles about the history, production, and trade of drugs within Latin America, as well as the effects of the War on Drugs on Latin American females and the environment. Section III speaks to issues related to migration and transnationalism, including the migration of indentured Indians from India to the Caribbean, return migration to the Caribbean, issues related to poverty and inequality in Mexico, and more. Designed to encourage discussion, critical thinking, and reflection, Racialism, Drugs, and Migration is an ideal resource for courses in ethnic and cultural studies.

Latin America and the Caribbean: Readings in Culture, Geography, and History provides students with a collection of articles that explore the history, cultures, geography, and global relevance of these influential and remarkable regions. The text boasts a multidisciplinary approach and features diverse voices that center on debates and issues surrounding Latin America and the Caribbean. The text is divided into six sections. The first section addresses the environment of Latin America and the Caribbean, including readings on climate change, environmental degradation, and post-carbon politics. Section II focuses on prehistory and European conquest, discussing populations such as the Olmec, Maya, Aztec, and the arrival of African slaves. In Section III, students read about the Haitian and Cuban revolutions. Section IV addresses population, migration, and urbanism issues. In Section V, readings center on culture, gender, and religion, spotlighting the complex ideas of identity for those who live in Latin American and the Caribbean. The final section focuses on economy and social development. Each section features an introduction, recommended readings, and post-reading questions. Designed to encourage discussion, critical thinking, and reflection, Latin America and the Caribbean is an ideal resource for courses in ethnic and cultural studies.