An enormous cactus in the Mexican landscape is captured in amazing detail by the painter José María Velasco in teh 19th century
Latin America after independence
European explorers enhanced knowledge, but their efforts were soured by an air of re-conquest.
Early Scientific Exploration in Latin America
Stereotypical folkloric scenes were widely circulated, shaping perceptions of Latin America at home and abroad.
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