Facundo (Domingo Faustino Sarmiento)

Facundo: Civilización y Barbarie is a book by Domingo Faustino Sarmiento that examines Argentina's social and political struggles during the 19th century. It contrasts the values of European-influenced urban centers with the rural, often lawless interior regions. Sarmiento advocates for education, progress, and rationality as ways to modernize Argentina and overcome chaos and violence. The book highlights the importance of culture and development in shaping a cohesive, prosperous nation, emphasizing that education and civilized values are essential for societal growth and stability.