Mexico: A History by Miller, Robert Ryal - 1985

Norman, OK: University of Oklahoma Press, 1985. First Edition. Hard Cover. Fine/Fine. 8vo. xiv, 414 (4) pp, preface, 1. Early Indian Cultures; 2. The Aztec Civilization; 3. The Spanish Conquest; 4. New Spain Established; 5. Colonial Institutions and Life; 6. Enlightenment and Independence; 7. First Empire and Early Republic; 8. Juarez and Maximilian; 9. The Age of Porfirio Diaz; 10. The Great Revolution; 11. The Modern Era; appendix: demographic and economic tables, glossary, bibliography, index with b&w illustrations throughout. First Edition, 1985. "This book is a skillful synthesis of Mexico's complex and colorful history from pre-Columbian times to the present. The author incorporates recent archaeological evidence, posits fresh interpretations, and analyzes such current problems as foreign debt, dependency on petroleum exports, and providing education and employment for an expanding population. He describes events, places, and individuals, the daily life of peasants and urban workers, and touches on cultural topics, including architecture, art, literature, and music. As a special feature, each chapter contains excerpts from contemporary letters, books, decrees, or poems, firsthand accounts that lend historical flavor to the discussion of each era." Not Price Clippped. Pristine, no wear. Clean, tight and strong binding with no underlining, highlighting or marginalia. Green cloth with white lettering to spine.