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100 1 _aWinter, Nevin O.
_q(Nevin Otto),
_d1869-1936
245 1 0 _aMexico and Her People of To-day :
_bAn Account of the Customs, Characteristics, Amusements, History and Advancement of the Mexicans, and the Development and Resources of Their Country
246 1 _aMexico and Her People of Today
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2019
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _a"Illustrated from original photographs by the author and C. R. Birt."
500 _aRelease date is 2019-08-21
508 _athe Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (https://archive.org)
520 _a"Mexico and Her People of To-day" by Nevin O. Winter is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of Mexico's culture, history, and societal advancements, particularly in light of the significant political changes that occurred at the time, including the end of Porfirio Diaz's dictatorship. It explores topics such as the customs, characteristics, and daily life of the Mexican people, as well as the country's natural and economic resources. The opening of the book serves as an introduction to Mexico, painting a vivid picture of its rich historical legacy and cultural heritage. Winter references the ancient civilizations that flourished in the region, particularly the Aztecs, and highlights the contrasts between modern life and the remnants of past traditions. The text discusses the unique geography of Mexico, from its mountainous landscapes to its fertile plateaus, and emphasizes the diversity of its inhabitants, predominantly composed of descendants from various indigenous tribes and Europeans. The author sets the tone for an enlightening exploration of Mexican society, aiming to dispel misconceptions and foster a better understanding among American readers. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aMexico
653 _aNational characteristics, Mexican
700 1 _aBirt, C. R.
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/60135
999 _c100961
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