Nontraditional, controversial, rebellious, and politically volatile, the Mexican artists Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera are remembered for their provocative paintings as well as for their deep love for each other. Their marriage was one of the most tumultuous and infamous in history-filled with passion, pain, betrayal, revolution, and, above all, art that helped define the twentieth century. Catherine Reef's inspiring and insightful dual biography features numerous archival photos and full-colour...
One of a series that provides the depth of information required for extended study of different countries, this book isolates themes to compare and contrast aspects of countries at different stages of economic development. Emphasis is placed on human geography, with some coverage of physical geography, with links to the geography curriculum at KS 3 and 4.
Mexico (Countries of the World) (Country Fact Files, #16)
by Edward Parker
Discusses the geography, climate, population, daily life, industry, and the future of Mexico, the third largest country in Latin America.
The Spanish Conquest of Mexico, 2nd Edition (Pivotal Moments in History)
by Sylvia A. Johnson
Mexico (Worldfocus S.) (Visit to)
by Rob Alcraft and Sean Sprague
Using simple text to present first reference facts, this text introduces young researchers to Mexico. Simple maps help readers to locate its place in the world and to identify places and geographical features mentioned in the text. The series presents eight countries. Each country is considered in terms of its location; weather; shelter; food; landmarks; transport; schools; clothing; recreation; celebrations; and culture.
Immigration Stories–A Fight for Justice and FreedomDiscover both triumphant and painful real life tales of immigrants who blazed trails and broke barriers in the fight for fundamental human rights. Positive and heroic stories. Far too often, immigrants are demonized and scapegoated, when they should be celebrated as heroes and revolutionaries. Unsung heroes. Learn about the trials and triumphs of ordinary people fighting for citizenship as immigrants in a new land. Each uses different strategi...
México (Detectives de Viaje (Paperback)) (Nations of the World)
by Jen Green
One of a series that provides the depth of information required for extended study of different countries, this book isolates themes to compare and contrast aspects of countries at different stages of economic development. Emphasis is placed on human geography, with some coverage of physical geography, with links go the geography curriculum at KS 3 and 4.