Download or read book Mexico Across Millennia written by Chesley Williams and published by . This book was released on 2023-03-14 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This reference book is a compilation and description, in English, of the most prominent facets of our neighbor's history and was written to provide readers with a clear and factual understanding of its past. The work covers Mexico from its earliest identified indigenous civilizations through the modern era. It includes entries on a variety of important political leaders, intellectuals, writers, artists, soldiers, and the like who shaped Mexico while also bringing notable, if perhaps lesser-known, figures to the fore. It also includes detailed information on many native cultures and events, movements, organizations, parties, and ideas central to Mexican history. Each of the book's 606 entries is roughly half-a-page in length, but some major topics - Maya, the Catholic Church, Sor Juana, Hidalgo, Santa Anna, constitutions, Villa, the Revolution, Kahlo, and USMCA, for example - are longer. No entry is intended to be encyclopedic in scope, but all were written to provide fundamental facts and relevance to time and place in Mexican history. It is a lamentable circumstance that many in the United States, and elsewhere, know little about Mexico and they consequently often consider the nation with an underlying sense of mistrust if not outright disdain. The truth is that, with our long, shared border, interrelated economies, and blending populations and cultures, few nations in the world are of more importance to the United States than Mexico. In fact, in virtually every sphere vital to us - national security, health, energy, immigration, trade, crime, the environment, to name but a few - Mexico touches our daily lives and therefore should be, must be, treated as a primary partner and ally rather than adversary or foe. By providing details of the history of Mexico in an engaging and factual format, this book seeks to make the country more accessible, stimulate greater interest in its people and past, and help build greater understanding of one of the most remarkable places on earth.
Download or read book Evolution of Water Supply Through the Millennia written by Andreas N. Angelakis and published by IWA Publishing. This book was released on 2012-04-14 with total page 585 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Evolution of Water Supply Through the Millennia presents the major achievements in the scientific fields of water supply technologies and management throughout the millennia. It provides valuable insights into ancient water supply technologies with their apparent characteristics of durability, adaptability to the environment, and sustainability. A comparison of the water technological developments in several civilizations is undertaken. These technologies are the underpinning of modern achievements in water engineering and management practices. It is the best proof that “the past is the key for the future.” Rapid technological progress in the twentieth century created a disregard for past water technologies that were considered to be far behind the present ones. There are a great deal of unresolved problems related to the management principles, such as the decentralization of the processes, the durability of the water projects, the cost effectiveness, and sustainability issues such as protection from floods and droughts. In the developing world, such problems were intensified to an unprecedented degree. Moreover, new problems have arisen such as the contamination of surface and groundwater. Naturally, intensification of unresolved problems led societies to revisit the past and to reinvestigate the successful past achievements. To their surprise, those who attempted this retrospect, based on archaeological, historical, and technical evidence were impressed by two things: the similarity of principles with present ones and the advanced level of water engineering and management practices. Evolution of Water Supply Through the Millennia is intended for engineers in water resources companies, hydraulic design companies, and water Institutes. It can be used for all courses related to water resources. Authors: Andreas N. Angelakis, Institute of Iraklion, National Foundation for Agricultural Research (N.AG.RE.F.), Greece, Larry W. Mays, School of Sustainable Engineering and the Built Environment, Arizona State University, USA, Demetris Koutsoyiannis, School of Civil Engineering, National Technical University of Athens, Greece, Nikos Manassis, School of Civil Engineering, National Technical University of Athens, Greece.
Download or read book Area Handbook for Mexico written by Thomas E. Weil and published by . This book was released on 1975 with total page 468 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Oxford History of Mexico written by William Beezley and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2010-08-03 with total page 688 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The tenth anniversary edition of The Oxford History of Mexico tells the fascinating story of Mexico as it has evolved from the reign of the Aztecs through the twenty-first century. Available for the first time in paperback, this magnificent volume covers the nation's history in a series of essays written by an international team of scholars. Essays have been revised to reflect events of the past decade, recent discoveries, and the newest advances in scholarship, while a new introduction discusses such issues as immigration from Mexico to the United States and the democratization implied by the defeat of the official party in the 2000 and 2006 presidential elections. Newly released to commemorate the bicentennial of the Mexican War of Independence and the centennial of the Mexican Revolution, this updated and redesigned volume offers an affordable, accessible, and compelling account of Mexico through the ages.
Download or read book History of Mexico written by Billy Wellman and published by . This book was released on 2024-04-22 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the Story of Mexico, From Ancient Secrets to Modern Times Two manuscripts in one book: Mexican History: An Enthralling Guide to the History of Mexico, from Its Ancient Civilizations, the Spanish Conquest, and War of Independence to the Present History of Ancient Mexico: An Enthralling Guide to Pre-Columbian Mexico and Its Civilizations, Such as the Olmecs, Maya, Zapotecs, Mixtecs, Toltecs, and Aztecs Embark on a breathtaking journey through the heart of Mexico's rich history, where ancient civilizations, fierce battles, and transformative eras unfold in a vivid tapestry of human endeavor. This dual exploration, Mexican History and History of Ancient Mexico, is your golden ticket to understanding the profound forces that have shaped this fascinating nation from its earliest days to the present. Dive into Mexican History: A Thrilling Expedition Through Time Ancient Foundations Unearthed: Journey back to where it all began with the Olmecs, marvel at Maya ingenuity, witness the might of the Toltec and Aztec empires, and discover the Purépecha Empire's resistance. Colonial Conquests Unraveled: From the splendors of New Spain to the heroic struggles of independence, witness the birth of a nation forged in the crucible of revolution. Wars and Reforms Revisited: Relive the pivotal Mexican-American War, the French Intervention, and the transformative eras of dictators and democrats shaping modern Mexico. The Modern Tapestry: From revolutionary heroes to contemporary politics, understand the events and figures that define today's Mexico. Uncover the History of Ancient Mexico: A Chronicle of Pre-Columbian Splendor Explore the origins of North America's first city and the inventors of chocolate and rubber balls. Delve into the complexities of Mexico's first logo-syllabic writing system and the empire dedicated to a hummingbird god. Discover the military prowess of Aztec Jaguar warriors and the cunning tactics of Cortés against the Aztecs. Understand ancient beliefs about creation and the afterlife, revealing the profound impact of Mexico's ancient civilizations on the modern world. Why This Journey Is Unmissable: ���� Gain unparalleled insights into the civilizations that flourished before Columbus and their lasting influence on the world. ����️ Explore the confluence of cultures, ideas, and battles that carved the destiny of a nation. ���� Connect with the historical narratives of resilience, innovation, and spirit that echo through Mexico's past and present. Embark on this journey to discover the soul of Mexico, a story of civilizations, conquests, and triumphs that continue to shape the world we live in today.
Download or read book Endangered Maize written by Helen Anne Curry and published by Univ of California Press. This book was released on 2022-01-25 with total page 335 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Many people worry that we're losing genetic diversity in the foods we eat. Over the past century, crop varieties standardized for industrial agriculture have increasingly dominated farm fields. Concerned about what this transition means for the future of food, scientists, farmers, and eaters have sought to protect crop plants they consider endangered. They have organized high-tech genebanks and heritage seed swaps. They have combed fields for ancient landraces and sought farmers growing Indigenous varieties. Behind this widespread concern for the loss of plant diversity lies another extinction narrative about the survival of farmers themselves, a story that is often obscured by urgent calls to collect and preserve. Endangered Maize draws on the rich history of corn in Mexico and the United States to trace the motivations behind these hidden extinction stories and show how they shaped the conservation strategies adopted by scientists, states, and citizens. In Endangered Maize, historian Helen Anne Curry investigates more than a hundred years of agriculture and conservation practices to understand the tasks that farmers and researchers have considered essential to maintaining crop diversity. Through the contours of efforts to preserve diversity in one of the world's most important crops, Curry reveals how conservationists forged their methods around expectations of social, political, and economic transformations that would eliminate diverse communities and cultures. In this fascinating study of how cultural narratives shape science, Curry argues for new understandings of endangerment and alternative strategies to protect and preserve crop diversity"--
Download or read book Ancient West Mexicos written by Joshua D. Englehardt and published by University Press of Florida. This book was released on 2020-04-04 with total page 395 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The ancient societies of western Mexico have long been understudied and misunderstood. Focusing on recent archaeological data, Ancient West Mexicos highlights the diversity and complexity of the region’s pre-Columbian cultures and argues that western Mexico was more similar to the rest of the Mesoamerican world than many researchers have believed. Chapters that treat investigations in Durango, Colima, Jalisco, Nayarit, Aguascalientes, and Michoacán draw on new evidence dating from across millennia, spanning different periods in Mesoamerican history. Contributors analyze materials including ceramics, architectural remains, textiles, and weaving tools to discern the settlement patterns, political structures, and cosmologies of the people who lived at these sites. Featuring intriguing case studies that point to unexpected pathways to sociopolitical complexity in ancient societies, these essays illustrate that the region’s archaeological record can contribute meaningfully to a more nuanced picture of Mesoamerica as a whole. Contributors: Laura Almendros López | Christopher S. Beekman | Mijaely Castañón | Fabio Germán Cupul-Magaña | Manuel Dueñas García | Joshua D. Englehardt | Rafael García de Quevedo-Machain | Verenice Y. Heredia Espinoza | Erika Ibarra | Stephen A. Kowalewski | Martha Lorenza López Mestas Camberos | Michael Mathiowetz | Joseph B. Mountjoy | David Muñiz García | M. Nicolás Caretta | José Luis Punzo Díaz | Diego Rangel | Kimberly Sumano Ortega | Jesús Zarco
Download or read book Handbook of Latin American Studies Vol 75 written by Katherine D. McCann and published by University of Texas Press. This book was released on 2021-12-14 with total page 701 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The 2021 volume of the benchmark bibliography of Latin American Studies.
Download or read book Viva Mexico written by DK Eyewitness and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2024-06-25 with total page 473 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There's so much to love about Mexico. Indigenous traditions stretching back millennia; colourful cuisine that's loved the world over; and vibrant festivals bursting with joyful energy. Mexico is a country worth celebrating - and that's exactly what ¡Viva Mexico! is all about. Within its pages, you'll discover the rich diversity of this vast country. Uncover its varied natural landscapes, which stretch from white-sand beaches to jungle-cloaked mountains; explore its vibrant cuisine and how it differs greatly from region to region; and learn about its ever-changing cycle of colourful feasts and fiestas. The book also covers Day of the Dead traditions, how staples of Mexican food have changed as they've travelled the globe, and how pioneering filmmakers continue to influence the world of cinema. Throughout, you'll unearth the unshakable ties that link this diverse country together, whether it's the importance of family, a love of chilis or simply the desire to keep chatting around the table long after dinner has finished. So, get ready to learn what makes Mexico so special - ¡viva Mexico! Long live Mexico!
Download or read book The Struggle to Be Gay in Mexico for Example written by Roger N. Lancaster and published by Univ of California Press. This book was released on 2024-02-06 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Being gay is not a given. Through a rigorous ethnographic inquiry into the material foundations of sexual identity, The Struggle to Be Gay makes a compelling argument for the centrality of social class in gay life—in Mexico, for example, and by extension in other places as well. Known for his writings on the construction of sexual identities, anthropologist and cultural studies scholar Roger N. Lancaster ponders four decades of visits to Mexican cities. In a brisk series of reflections combining storytelling, ethnography, critique, and razor-edged polemic, he shows, first, how economic inequality affects sexual subjects and subjectivities in ways both obvious and subtle, and, second, how what it means to be de ambiente—“on the scene” or “in the life”—has metamorphosed under changing political-economic conditions. The result is a groundbreaking intervention into ongoing debates over identity politics—and a renewal of our understanding of how identities are constructed, struggled for, and lived.
Download or read book Understanding U S Latin American Relations written by Mark Eric Williams and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2012-05-22 with total page 417 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book examines U.S.-Latin American relations from an historical, contemporary, and theoretical perspective. By drawing examples from the distant and more recent past—and interweaving history with theory—Williams illustrates the enduring principles of International Relations theory and provides students the conceptual tools required to make sense of inter-American relations. It is a masterful guide for how to organize facts, think systematically about issues, weigh competing explanations, and confidently draw your own conclusions regarding the past, present, and future of international politics in the region.
Download or read book Development Centre Studies The World Economy Volume 1 A Millennial Perspective and Volume 2 Historical Statistics written by Maddison Angus and published by OECD Publishing. This book was released on 2006-09-18 with total page 657 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The World Economy brings together two reference works by Angus Maddison: The World Economy: A Millennial Perspective (2001) and The World Economy: Historical Statistics (2003). This new edition contains Statlinks, so that readers can access the underlying data in Excel format.
Download or read book Dance Cultures Around the World written by Lynn Frederiksen and published by Human Kinetics. This book was released on 2023-07-14 with total page 378 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Textbook for undergrad general education and dance courses on the topic of dance around the world. It serves as a gateway into studying world cultures through dance"--
Download or read book Development Centre Studies The World Economy A Millennial Perspective written by Maddison Angus and published by OECD Publishing. This book was released on 2001-06-12 with total page 385 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Angus Maddison provides a comprehensive view of the growth and levels of world population since the year 1000 when rich countries of today were poorer than Asia and Africa. The gap between the world leader, the US and the poorest region, Africa, is ...
Download or read book Afro Mexico written by Anita González and published by University of Texas Press. This book was released on 2010-12-01 with total page 185 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: While Africans and their descendants have lived in Mexico for centuries, many Afro-Mexicans do not consider themselves to be either black or African. For almost a century, Mexico has promoted an ideal of its citizens as having a combination of indigenous and European ancestry. This obscures the presence of African, Asian, and other populations that have contributed to the growth of the nation. However, performance studies—of dance, music, and theatrical events—reveal the influence of African people and their cultural productions on Mexican society. In this work, Anita González articulates African ethnicity and artistry within the broader panorama of Mexican culture by featuring dance events that are performed either by Afro-Mexicans or by other ethnic Mexican groups about Afro-Mexicans. She illustrates how dance reflects upon social histories and relationships and documents how residents of some sectors of Mexico construct their histories through performance. Festival dances and, sometimes, professional staged dances point to a continuing negotiation among Native American, Spanish, African, and other ethnic identities within the evolving nation of Mexico. These performances embody the mobile histories of ethnic encounters because each dance includes a spectrum of characters based upon local situations and historical memories.
Download or read book The Anthropology of Latin America and the Caribbean written by Harry Sanabria and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2015-09-16 with total page 571 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first single-authored comprehensive introduction to major contemporary research trends, issues, and debates on the anthropology of Latin America and the Caribbean. The text provides wide and historically informed coverage of key facets of Latin American and Caribbean societies and their cultural and historical development as well as the roles of power and inequality. Cymeme Howe, Visiting Assistant Professor of Cornell University writes, “The text moves well and builds over time, paying close attention to balancing both the Caribbean and Latin America as geographic regions, Spanish and non-Spanish speaking countries, and historical and contemporary issues in the field. I found the geographic breadth to be especially impressive.” Jeffrey W. Mantz of California State University, Stanislaus, notes that the contents “reflect the insights of an anthropologist who knows Latin America intimately and extensively.”
