Western United States - History - General & Miscellaneous, Latin Americans - General & Miscellaneous, Regional Studies - Western U.S., Southern Region - History - General & Miscellaneous, Regional Mexican History
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Overview
"The book provides a balanced treatment of the evolution of a cultural transition zone between distinct national entities."--Journal of Multilingual & Multicultural Development"Many scholarly studies of the American-Mexican border region emphasize conflict. This book does, too, but its approach is distinctive and intellectually challenging. . . . Deserves high marks for even-handedness. . . . This book is excellent."--International Migration Review
"Excellent contributions to the history of border culture and dependency."--The Journal of Arizona History
Editorials
Library Journal
This welcome book by an expert on the U.S.-Mexican border focuses on conflict between the two countries. Martinez's account differs from previous works that have used historical and political-geographical methodologies in that he uses a topical approach. His readable, concise overview includes the history of the frontier, the role of Indians and Chicanos on the border, the impact of provincial versus Mexico City views, and the consequences of ecological issues. Martinez discusses interesting parallels with other borders, and suggests establishment of a binational commission patterned after one used by France, Germany, and Switzerland to resolve border issues. Highly recommended for informed readers and specialists. Roderic A. Camp, Central Coll., Pella, Ia.Book Details
Published
April 30, 1988
Publisher
Univ. Arizona P
Pages
177
Format
Hardcover
ISBN
9780816510337