Luz Myriam Torres Verdugo

About the Author

Luz Myriam Torres Verdugo is a distinguished historian and scholar specializing in the economic and political history of 19th-century Colombia. With a deep commitment to uncovering the intricacies of regional governance during the era of sovereign states, she has dedicated her research to exploring how fiscal policies shaped the nascent republic. Her work meticulously analyzes the interplay between theory, policy, and practice in public finance, offering invaluable insights into the challenges faced by emerging nations. Drawing from extensive archival sources, Torres Verdugo illuminates the socio-economic dynamics of Boyacá, contributing significantly to the understanding of Colombia's path to unification. As an educator and author, she continues to inspire a new generation of historians through her rigorous and accessible scholarship.