The Sparrow and the Hawk: Costa Rica and the United States during the Rise of Jose Figueres

by Kyle Longley

Jose Figueres rose to power in Costa Rica following the 1948 Civil War, implementing economic and political nationalism. In spite of its rejection of similar policies in Guatemala and Iran, the United States supported Figueres. This work examines the relationship between the two countries.

256 pages, Paperback

First published January 30, 1997

About the author

The author of nearly a dozen books, Kyle Longley is widely considered an expert in the field of U.S. foreign relations. Consulted by The New York Times, The Washington Post, and MSNBC among others, he has taught in the field of modern U.S. history for more than 25 years.