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Encyclopedia of Modern Mexico
David W. Dent
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Description for Encyclopedia of Modern Mexico
Hardback. From the Acteal Massacre to Ernesto Zedillo Ponce de Leon, this exciting reference, created for a high school audience, explores the rich culture, the depth of achievement, and the creative energy of Mexico and its people. Num Pages: 376 pages, 65 b&w halftones & line illustrations, notes, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: 1KLCM; 3JJ; GBC; HBJK; HBLW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 282 x 222 x 29. Weight in Grams: 1225.
Over 20 million people of Mexican heritage live in the United States, and U.S.—Mexican relations have become more cooperative and friendly since the 2000 presidential election of maverick candidate Vicente Fox. Yet our neighbor to the south remains largely unknown to the vast majority of Americans, other than as a tourist destination or a source of cheap labor for American business. This encyclopedia aims to provide an essential tool for those interested in a better understanding and appreciation of Mexico. With more than 250 separate entries covering 15 major thematic topics, Dent's book is a far-reaching reference book focusing on ... Read more
Over 20 million people of Mexican heritage live in the United States, and U.S.—Mexican relations have become more cooperative and friendly since the 2000 presidential election of maverick candidate Vicente Fox. Yet our neighbor to the south remains largely unknown to the vast majority of Americans, other than as a tourist destination or a source of cheap labor for American business. This encyclopedia aims to provide an essential tool for those interested in a better understanding and appreciation of Mexico. With more than 250 separate entries covering 15 major thematic topics, Dent's book is a far-reaching reference book focusing on ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Scarecrow Press United States
Number of pages
376
Condition
New
Number of Pages
376
Place of Publication
Lanham, MD, United States
ISBN
9780810842915
SKU
V9780810842915
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99-15
About David W. Dent
David W. Dent is professor of Political Science at Towson University in Baltimore, MD. He is the author, co-author, or editor of several titles about Latin American history and politics, including The Historical Dictionary of Inter-American Organizations (Scarecrow Press, 1998). For the past 26 years he has been a contributing editor for the Handbook of Latin American Studies, a biennial ... Read more
Reviews for Encyclopedia of Modern Mexico
...a simple, clear, easy-to-use resource.
CHOICE
The articles are clear and easy to read.
School Library Journal
This is a solid single-authored encyclopedia that many students and researchers will find useful. Its compact nature, easy accessibility, and clear writing make this an excellent choice for those doing general research.
American Reference Books Annual
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CHOICE
The articles are clear and easy to read.
School Library Journal
This is a solid single-authored encyclopedia that many students and researchers will find useful. Its compact nature, easy accessibility, and clear writing make this an excellent choice for those doing general research.
American Reference Books Annual
...does ... Read more