Mañana forever? : Mexico and the Mexicans / Jorge G. Castañeda.

Author/creator Castañeda, Jorge G., 1953-
Format Book
Edition1st ed.
Publication InfoNew York : Alfred A. Knopf, 2011.
Descriptionxxv, 293 pages : illustrations ; 25 cm
Subjects
National characteristics, Mexican.
Mexico--Social life and customs.
Mexico--Civilization.

Portion of title Mexico and the Mexicans
Contents Why Mexicans are lousy at soccer and don't like skyscrapers -- At last: a Mexican middle class -- Victims and enemies of conflict and competition -- Finally, Mexican democracy -- The power of the past and the fear of the foreign -- At last: an open society, an open economy, an open mind? -- Illusory laws, lawless cynicism -- The law of the land, or the land of the law? -- The future in real time.
Abstract Examines the history and national characteristics of modern Mexico, discussing the contradictions of its politics, its complicated relationship with the United States, and its possible future direction.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references and index.
LCCN 2011011360
ISBN9780375404245 (hbk.)
ISBN0375404244 (hbk.)

Availability

Library Location Call Number Status Item Actions
Joyner General Stacks F1210 .C425 2011 ✔ Available Place Hold