Focuses on the International Development Research Centre as an institution that has funded research in the developing South - research proposed and undertaken by Southern researchers - and how, as a result, it has had tremendous impact despite a relatively small budget.
Focusing on the experiences of an ethnic minority, this social history explores their adaptation and integration into Central American society during the early twentieth century. It examines cultural changes, challenges faced, and the resilience of the community, providing insights into their unique identity and contributions to the region's social fabric. Through detailed narratives, the book highlights the interplay between tradition and modernity in a transformative period.