Books focused on South America includes works that explore the continent’s rich history, vibrant cultures, and complex political landscapes. Topics may cover the ancient civilizations of the Andes, colonial history, contemporary social issues, and the region’s unique biodiversity. The collection encompasses historical accounts, travelogues, political analyses, cultural studies, and personal narratives that provide in-depth perspectives on the countries and peoples of South America. Through these works, readers can gain a deeper understanding of South American societies’ diverse experiences and contributions. Here are our books about South America.

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Into the Amazon by Larry Rohter

Into the Amazon | The Life of Cândido Rondon, Trailblazing Explorer, Scientist, Statesman, and Conservationist by Larry Rohter tells the story of acclaimed Brazilian explorer Cândido Rondon. A thrilling biography of the Indigenous Brazilian explorer, scientist, stateseman, and conservationist who guided Theodore Roosevelt on his journey down the River of Doubt.

The Disappeared by Sam Ferguson

The Disappeared | Remnants of a Dirty War by Sam Ferguson chronicles the genocide in Argentina and the way the country has handled its recovery. Using a recent human rights trial as his lens, Sam Ferguson addresses two central questions of our age: How is mass atrocity possible, and What should be done in its wake?

Proust’s Latin Americans by Rubén Gallo

Proust’s Latin Americans by Rubén Gallo examines the influence of Latin America in the life and work of French writer, Marcel Proust.