Offers a nuanced exploration of the uneven nature of nation making and economic development in Peru and Mexico. Zeroing in on the period from 1850 to 1950, the book compares and contrasts the radically different paths of development pursued by these two countries.
Patrisia Gonzales addresses 'Red Medicine' as a system of healing that includes birthing practices, dreaming, and purification rites to... Læs mere
In 2004 twenty-eight women and young girls were murdered in Ciudad Juárez and the surrounding areas. The tragedy escalated to fifty-eight murders... Læs mere
Provides an entertaining and well-researched look at one of the most controversial animal welfare issues of our time—the protection of... Læs mere
Focusing on what for many is at the core of the entire immigration debate in modern America: immigration from Mexico, the authors explore the long... Læs mere
A collection of papers by anthropologists, political scientists and economists evaluating the Hardin argument against the evidence of ethnographic studies and broadening the range of possible solutions to the issue of commons management.
Presents examples of how to design and implement stream-corridor restoration projects. Based on the experiences of seasoned... Læs mere