Social Composition of the Dominican Republic (Classic Knowledge in Dominican Studies)

📘 Book Details

• Author: Bosch, Juan

• Publisher: Routledge

• Language: English

• Edition: 1

• ISBN: 9781138889835

• Pages: 280

• Cover: Paperback

• Dimensions: 8.9 x 5.9 x 0.8 inches

📝 About the Book

Composición social dominicana (Social Composition of the Dominican Republic) by Juan Bosch is a landmark work that explores the historical development of Dominican society through the lens of its shifting social structures. Originally published in Spanish in 1970 and now available in English for the first time, this influential book offers a profound analysis of class dynamics, political transitions, and colonial legacies from the arrival of Europeans to the mid-20th century.

Juan Bosch—one of the Dominican Republic's most revered politicians, intellectuals, and social thinkers—delivers a compelling account of the struggles and transformations that shaped the Dominican Republic. He examines critical events such as the inter-imperialist rivalries of European powers in the Caribbean, the U.S. military occupation (1916–1924), and the rise of authoritarianism under Rafael Trujillo. Bosch provides insights into how alliances, wars, and economic power blocs influenced the creation of a Dominican oligarchy and the emergence of a national identity.

This edition, enriched by a contextual introduction from Dominican Studies scholar Wilfredo Lozano, is an essential resource for students and researchers of Caribbean studies, Latin American history, sociology, and political science. It uncovers the forces behind the Dominican Republic's social evolution and offers a timeless reflection on resistance, identity, and the enduring influence of colonial and post-colonial power structures.