Colin Forsyth
Colin Forsyth's interests range from butterfly gardening to studying disease prevention in Bolivia to writing fiction for young adults. He has an M.A. in Latin American Studies and a B.A. in History from the University of New Mexico. He currently studies in a dual degree program at the University of South Florida, which will lead to a PhD in Applied Anthropology and a Master's in Public Health. Since 2002 he has earned his living as a technical writer, but he was previously a teacher of English as a Second Language.
He has traveled in Guatemala, where he researched his master's thesis, and he lived in Bolivia from 1996-1999, where he taught history and English at local universities. He is currently working on his first novel for young adults, which is based on pre-Columbian Andean societies. After completing his PhD, he hopes to continue writing fiction while working on health and conservation issues in Bolivia.
Latest Articles
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Chosen Women of the Inca Empire
At around ten years of age, they were taken from their homes, never to return.
Aug 20, 2008
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Rafael Carrera and the Independence of Guatemala
The life of Rafael Carrera contains enough drama to fuel a gripping novel or epic movie. In a few years, this unlikely leader went from pig-keeper to President.
Aug 12, 2008
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Indigenous People and Conservation in Bolivia
In tropical Bolivia, indigenous people are taking charge of wildlife conservation and scoring key victories.
Aug 9, 2008
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Global Diabetes Epidemic Looms
As American-style food marches triumphantly across the globe, millions die from diabetes, a disease with no cure. Experts say the worst is yet to come.
Aug 8, 2008
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Multicultural Reading for Young Adults
Some innovative fantasy novels incorporate world views from non-Western cultures, both past and present.
Aug 7, 2008
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Coastal Oil Drilling
With gas prices (and oil company profits) at record levels, McCain proposes lifting the ban on coastal drilling.
Aug 6, 2008
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The Religion and Spirituality of the Incas
To Andean people before the Conquest, rocks, mountains and streams were hardly inanimate objects, but vibrant living spirits.
Aug 6, 2008
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Neonatal Tetanus in Rural Bolivia
A lack of medical infrastructure is the key problem, but nonindigenous doctors often fail to associate with the cultural symbols and worldviews of patients.
Aug 6, 2008
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The Crisis in Healthcare in Rural Bolivia
The number of people who die from treatable diseases reaches tens of thousands per year as Western medicine fails to benefit rural populations.
Aug 4, 2008
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Backyard Nature Conservation
The situation for animals outside of protected areas is becoming increasingly precarious as development and pesticides take their toll.
Aug 4, 2008
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