The Forging of the Cosmic Race: A Reinterpretation of Colonial Mexico

xiv, 362pp, index, bw ills, maps. Minor edge wear to card covers, crease to bottom front corner. Contends that colonial Mexico was a true mestizo society, integrating Indians, Europeans, Africans and Asians into a unique cultural mix. Discusses the areas rich pre-Columbian heritage, and traces the merging of meso-American and European cultures. The evolution of the new mestizo society is analyzed through an examination of the colony's institutions, economy and social organization. The role of women and family receive particular attention. The book concludes with an analisis of 18th century reforms and the process of independence which ended the history of the most successful colony in the western hemisphere. Size: 8vo.