Silver, Sword, and Stone

Silver, Sword, and StoneConstant Wonder • Season 2022, Episode 1031, Segment 1

Jun 3, 2021 • 43m

Three symbols of the development of Latin America: silver, representing the rich mining tradition throughout the land; sword, referring to wars and violence that shaped the political landscape; and stone, illustrating religious fervor and devotion. Guest: Marie Arana, author of "Silver, Sword, and Stone: Three Crucibles in the Latin American Story"

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