Cargando…
Guatemala : a guide to the people, politics, and culture /
Guatemala is the most "Indian" of central American nations, and Mayan culture permeates many aspects of language, dress and artistic expression. "Guatemala in Focus" is an authoritative and up-to-date guide to this wonderful country. It explores the land, history and politics, ec...
| Clasificación: | Libro Electrónico |
|---|---|
| Autor principal: | |
| Formato: | Electrónico eBook |
| Idioma: | Inglés |
| Publicado: |
London : New York :
Latin America Bureau ; Interlink Books,
1999.
|
| Colección: | In focus (London, England)
|
| Temas: | |
| Acceso en línea: | Texto completo |
Tabla de Contenidos:
- 1. History: the people of maize : The classic Maya ; The colonial period ; Coffee takes over ; Ten years of spring
- 2. Politics: in the shadow of the army : The long night of military rule ; The human rights challenge ; Rebuilding in the 1990s ; The peace process
- 3. The economy and society: from banana to broccoli republic : The wealth of the land ; The private sector ; Development alternatives ; The environment
- 4. Religion and culture: The Maya dawn : Religious diversity ; The politics of culture and identity ; The Maya dawn ; Going global
- Where to go, what to see
- Tips for travelers
- Addresses and contacts ; Further reading and bookstores ; Facts and figures.