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Impresora LX-86
Author: Epson
Author: Saline Lakes
Author: John M. MelackPublisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 9781402005671
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 362
Book Description
Publications from 7th International Conference on Salt Lakes, held in Death Valley National Park, California, USA, September 1999
Florida Ethnobotany
Author: Daniel F. AustinPublisher: CRC Press
ISBN: 9780849323324
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 952
Book Description
Winner of the 2005 Klinger Book Award Presented by The Society for Economic Botany. Florida Ethnobotany provides a cross-cultural examination of how the state’s native plants have been used by its various peoples. This compilation includes common names of plants in their historical sequence, weaving together what was formerly esoteric information about each species into a full reference. The author accomplishes the monumental task of translating the common names of species, which offers insight into plant usage and a glimpse into the culture of each ethnic group or tribe. These common botanical names often demonstrate how individuals fit into their societies and how these societies functioned. Although there have been previous studies of plants used by the inhabitants of Florida, this is the first comprehensive synthesis of this flora-rich region that was so pivotal in the history of New World exploration.
Dreams of Freedom
Author: Ricardo Flores Mag�nPublisher: AK Press
ISBN: 1904859240
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 432
Book Description
The words of this Mexican American working-class hero brought to English-language readers for the first time.
River of Fleece, River of Song
Author: Denise Y. ArnoldPublisher:
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Category : Aymara Indians
Languages : en
Pages : 490
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Latin American Art and Music
Author: Judith Page HortonPublisher:
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Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 198
Book Description
This collection of essays, curriculum units, and study guides on Latin American art and musical traditions is designed to help interested teachers take a comprehensive approach to teaching these subjects. The introduction features the essay, "Media Resources Available on Latin American Culture: A Survey of Art, Architecture, and Music Articles Appearing in Americas" (K. Murray). Section 1, The Visual Arts of Latin America, has the following articles: "The Latin American Box: Environmental Aesthetics in the Classroom" (R. Robkin); "Mascaras y Danzas de Mexico y Guatemala" (J. Winzinger); "The Five Creations and Four Destructions of the Aztec World" (C. Simmons; R. Gaytan); "Art Forms of Quetzalcoatl: A Teaching Guide for Spanish, History, and Art Classes" (A. P. Crick); "The Art and Architecture of Mesoamerica: An Overview" (J. Quirarte); "Interpreting the Aztec Calendar" (L. Hall); "Mexican Muralism: Its Social-Educative Roles in Latin America and the United States" (S. Goldman); "Mexico: An Artist's History" (K. Jones); "A Historical Survey of Chicano Murals in the Southwest" (A. Rodriguez); and "El Dia de los Muertos" (C. Hickman). Section 2, The Musical Heritage of Latin America, has an introduction: "The Study of Latin American Folk Music and the Classroom" (G. Behague) and the following articles: "Value Clarification of the Chicano Culture through Music and Dance" (R. R. de Guerrero); "'La Bamba': Reflections of Many People" (J. Taylor); "The Latin American Art Music Tradition: Some Criteria for Selection of Teaching Materials" (M. Kuss); "Mariachi Guide" (B. San Miguel); "'El Tamborito': The Panamanian Musical Heritage" (N. Samuda); "A Journey through the History of Music in Latin America" (J. Orrego-Salas); "A Multicultural Tapestry for Young People" (V. Gachen); and "A Survey of Mexican Popular Music" (A. Krohn). A list of Education Service Centers in Texas is in the appendix. (DB)
Printing Types, Their History, Forms, and Use
Author: Daniel Berkeley UpdikePublisher:
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Category : Design
Languages : en
Pages : 540
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"Revolution Beyond Our Borders"
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Category : Aggression (International law)
Languages : en
Pages : 56
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Drug Policies and the Politics of Drugs in the Americas
Author: Beatriz Caiuby LabatePublisher: Springer
ISBN: 3319290827
Category : Law
Languages : en
Pages : 278
Book Description
This book is a collection of studies of drug policies in several Latin American countries. The chapters analyze the specific histories of drug policies in each country, as well as related phenomena and case studies throughout the region. It presents conceptual reflections on the origins of prohibition and the “War on Drugs,” including the topic of human rights and cognitive freedom. Further, the collection reflects on the pioneering role of some Latin American countries in changing paradigms of international drug policy. Each case study provides an analysis of where each state is now in terms of policy reform within the context of its history and current socio-political circumstances. Concurrently, local movements, initiatives, and backlash against the reformist debate within the hemisphere are examined. The recent changes regarding the regulation of marijuana in the United States and their possible impact on Latin America are also addressed. This work is an important, up-to-date and well-researched reference for all who are interested in drug policy from a Latin American perspective.