Liberation Theology and the Others: Contextualizing Catholic Activism in 20th Century Latin America ed. by Christian Büschges, Andrea Müller, and Noah Oehri (Review) (original) (raw)

The review analyzes the edited volume "Liberation Theology and the Others," which delves into the contextuality of Catholic activism in 20th century Latin America, with a focus on liberation theology from the 1960s to the 1980s. It discusses the interactions between Catholicism and local socio-political movements, highlighting contributions from various scholars and the importance of local contexts like the Peruvian Andes and Colombia. The review emphasizes the collection's strengths, including its international scope, diverse contributions, and insightful examination of the complexities surrounding Catholic activism and liberationist ideologies within different Latin American regions.