John Charles Chasteen

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John Charles Chasteen is professor of history at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill.

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Books by John Charles Chasteen

National Rhythms, African Roots

The Deep History of Latin American Popular Dance

By John Charles Chasteen

John Chasteen examines the history behind sexually suggestive dances (salsa, samba, and tango) that brought people of different social classes and races together in Latin America.

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Heroes on Horseback

A Life and Times of the Last Gaucho Caudillos

By John Charles Chasteen

A sweeping narrative of two 19th century charismatic leaders and their powerful armies on the Brazil/Uruguay border.

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