Abstract

Over decades of invasion and occupation, the Nicaraguan people developed a profound and robust literary and poetic tradition. From the days of resisting multiple American invasions to the struggle against the Somoza dictatorship and the revolution’s victory, poetry has been a significant part of Nicaraguan cultural memory. This paper seeks to highlight written word among the revolutionary movement, from everyday citizens to its leaders, the women who spurred on the feminist movements, and the religious movements in Nicaragua that would be imputed with the fight for liberation. It is a homage to the struggles of Nicaraguans and the art that would coincide with it. The Sandinista Revolution is often glossed over in history. I want to bring this movement to the forefront of people’s view of Nicaraguan history. The Iran-Contra affair overshadows western perspectives of the country. I hope to change that.

Advisor

Holt, Katie

Department

History

Disciplines

Catholic Studies | Cultural History | Latin American History | Latin American Literature | Modern Literature | New Religious Movements | Political History | Politics and Social Change | Public History | Women's History | Women's Studies

Keywords

Nicaragua, Latin America, Sandinista Revolution, 1970s, 1980s, Nicaraguan Poetry, Liberation Theology, Political Science, Ernesto Cardenal, Margaret Randall, Nicaraguan Poetry, Marxism, Liberation Theology, Feminism, Feminist Poetry

Publication Date

2026

Degree Granted

Bachelor of Arts

Document Type

Senior Independent Study Thesis

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