AMERICA, AMERICA A New History of the New World

In an expressive voice, narrator Holter Graham recounts the long and complicated history of Latin America, beginning with the Spanish conquest of Mexico. Grandin examines the relationship between Europe and the Americas as Europe's power in the hemisphere declined and the United States emerged as the hegemonic power of the hemisphere. Grandin does not shy away from difficult topics, such as slavery and racism, while adding interesting details about the personalities who helped shape the hemisphere, like Bartolomé de las Casas and Simón Bolívar. Graham pivots when needed, for example, narrating with emotion when recounting cruel atrocities or with humor when discussing exasperated country leaders. While Graham's narration of Spanish words is occasionally off the mark, overall his vocal talents keep the material engaging. A.M. © AudioFile 2025, Portland, Maine [Published: JUNE 2025]