The Mexicans

The Mexicans

Floyd Merrell

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Editorial:
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Año de edición:
2019
Materia
Política y gobierno
ISBN:
9780367318710
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This historical overview of Mexico explores at every opportunity what it is that makes contemporary Mexico the fascinating and vibrant melange of cultures that it is. The Mexicans: A Sense of Culture captures and reveals the intriguing complexities of daily life in Mexico, from its artistic pursuits to its political and economic patterns.

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