Title | : | The Story of Mexico |
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Author | : | Charles Morris |
Release | : | 2014-07-06 |
Kind | : | ebook |
Genre | : | Latin American History, Books, History, Professional & Technical, Education, Children & Teens, Children's Nonfiction |
Size | : | 8454381 |
A comprehensive and readable history of a romantic and beautiful land from the days of Montezuma to the 20th century. Vividly illustrated throughout to enhance the reading experience. Contents include: Introducing the Reader to Mexico The Highlands and Lowlands of Mexico Condition and Modes of Life of the People Rich Products of the Soil and Precious Metals in the Rocks Oppression of the Working People and Terrors of Peonage and Slavery The Mexican Capital and Other Cities Sporting Life in Mexico Education, Religion and Civilization Railroad and Commercial Progress: The Government and its Administration Ancient Mexico Cortes Conquers the Aztec Empire Rule of the Spanish Viceroys Winning of Freedom: Mexico's War with the United States The French Invasion and the Empire of Maximilian The Career of Porfirio Diaz The Iron Hand of the Liberals The Madero Revolution and Exile of Diaz President Madero and his Policy The Assassination of President Madero Huerta and the Constitutionalists Villa, Ex-Bandit and War Hero Relations Between Mexico and the United States Insult to the Flag of the United States The Nations Seek Mediation in Mexico |