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"Wissen im Fluss: Der lateinamerikanische Staudammbau im 20. Jahrhundert als globale Wissensgeschichte" by Frederik Schulze is a comprehensive and well-organized book that explores the planning and construction of large dams in Latin America throughout the twentieth century. Schulze argues that Latin America played a central role in the production and application of technological knowledge in dam construction, with engineers and experts from the region contributing to the development and exportation of this knowledge. The book challenges the prevailing victimizing perspective on the Global South and highlights the agency and contributions of Latin American actors in the global processes of knowledge production. The book examines case studies from Uruguay, Mexico, Venezuela, and Brazil, providing a broader Latin American perspective on dam construction and its impact on development and nation-building. It is a valuable resource for researchers interested in the history of technology, global history, and twentieth-century Latin America. [Extracted from the article] |
