Salvador of the Twentieth Century

"Salvador of the Twentieth Century" by Percy F. Martin is a historical exploration of El Salvador, focusing on its political, social, and economic state during a pivotal time. The book examines important people, the way the government was set up, and how different events impacted the country's growth. It starts by explaining El Salvador's fight for independence from Spain, highlighting the people's dreams and struggles against being controlled by another country. Martin shows the beauty and resources of the land while also describing the country's often-difficult path to governing itself, which included fights within the country and threats from outside. The early parts of the book combine descriptions of the land, historical facts, and a picture of the big changes happening in society, setting the scene for a more detailed look at El Salvador's progress.