Mexico

An authoritative yet accessible introduction to the history politics and society of one of Latin America''s most enigmatic and culturally diverse countries.Mexico: A Global Studies Handbook is an ideal introduction to the United States'' southern neighbor for students travelers businesspeople or other interested readers. It debunks a variety of myths and misconceptions that have evolved over time clarifying the realities of both historic and contemporary Mexico.Mexico offers an authoritative yet engaging tour of Mexican history and geography as well its current economic and business climate governmental structure popular culture and society. It also provides an alphabetically organized mini-encyclopedia for quick access to information on notable Mexican people places and events. Together these sections provide everything readers need to understand Mexico''s pre-Colombian origins colonial legacies of dependence and Westernization and its continuing efforts to craft a national identity.