Gesto, identidad y memoria

"Thorough study of the cathedral cabildo--the ruling body of the Episcopal church--in the important diocesis of Michoacán. Covers the entire colonial period. The cabildo is analyzed as a collegiate body aware of its historical identity, its responsibilities and duties, and its relationship with the bishop. Traces important nuances in the evolution of this body. Sustained by strong archival research, this is a commendable history of a key part of the secular church"--Handbook of Latin American Studies, v. 58.

An excellent analysis of the nature and scope of Mexican social assistance programs, recent systemic changes, political implications and future considerations.

Ignacio Comonfort fue un mexicano sobresaliente del siglo XIX. Destacado militar y político poblano, fue diputado, Ministro de Guerra, y Presidente de la República. Fue protagonista en varios momentos definitorios del país y se convirtió en un individuo ejemplar de la historia mexicana. Conoce la vida de uno de los arquitectos de la soberanía del Estado Mexicano.

"Garrido, author of an outstanding historical study of the founding and early years of the Partido Revolucionario Institucional, offers the first book-length analysis of the most important internal development within the party's structure: the Corriente Democrática. Analyzes party divisions which produced the Cuauhtémoc Cárdenas presidential candidacy in 1988"--Handbook of Latin American Studies, v. 57.