Mexican Calendar Girls

Mexican Calendar Girls

Author: Angela Villalba

Publisher: Chronicle Books

Published: 2006-08-24

Total Pages: 150

ISBN-13: 9780811853156

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A truly popular art form, the glamorous paintings of Mexican calendar girls have a long and fascinating historyas advertisements, enticements, and emblems of Mexican cultural heritage and pride. The result of years of research, this playful and informative book reproduces more than 150 vibrantly colorful calendar images, plus archival photographs and other materials that illuminate their creation. A fully bilingual text gives an overview of the calendars' social and cultural history, along with biographies of the talented artists who created them. Also including a foreword by the renowned Mexican cultural critic Carlos Monsivis, Mexican Calendar Girls presents this popular and delightful art as never before.


Day of the Dead

Day of the Dead

Author: Joanna Ponto

Publisher: Enslow Publishing, LLC

Published: 2016-07-15

Total Pages: 34

ISBN-13: 0766076423

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The Day of the Dead is a celebration honoring those who have left this world. Readers of this volume will understand the meaning behind the holiday as well as the costumes, decorations, food, and other customs associated with it. A recipe for champurrado (Mexican drinking chocolate) and instructions to create a skeleton craft are also provided.


Day of the Dead Coloring Book

Day of the Dead Coloring Book

Author: Thaneeya McArdle

Publisher: Design Originals

Published: 2014-10

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781574219616

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This exotic coloring book for grownups presents 30 creative art activities based on Day of the Dead sugar skulls, printed on high quality extra-thick paper.


The Rough Guide to Mexico

The Rough Guide to Mexico

Author: John Fisher

Publisher: Rough Guides UK

Published: 2007-07-05

Total Pages: 2410

ISBN-13: 1848368224

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The Rough Guide to Mexico is the most comprehensive guide you'll find. From the pre-Hispanic Pyramid sight of Tula to the breathtaking train-ride across Copper Canyon, this guide introduces all the countries "must-sees". This revised 7th edition includes hundreds of incisive accounts of the sights, providing fresh takes on lesser known gems as well as the well-established attractions including the Maja ruins in Chiapas and the Yucatan to Mariachi in Mexico City. Use the clearest maps available to investigate every corner of this vibrant nation from the beaches to the bustling cities and ancient Mayan temples. There are complete listings of all the best places to stay and eat to suit every budget and significant historical information to give you a well-rounded understanding of Mexico's feast of architecture and rich cultural heritage. The Rough Guide to Mexico is like having a local friend plan your trip!


Llewellyn's Little Book of the Day of the Dead

Llewellyn's Little Book of the Day of the Dead

Author: Jaime Gironés

Publisher: Llewellyn Worldwide

Published: 2021-09-08

Total Pages: 141

ISBN-13: 0738762857

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Celebrate the revered Mexican holiday of Día de los Muertos with this beautiful little book. Packed with activities, recipes, spells, and rituals, this pocket-sized guide is a must-have tool for honoring the sacred dead. Author Jaime Gironés shares authentic ways to respectfully enjoy this holiday, from creating an altar to baking pan de muerto (bread of the dead). Sharing his personal experiences and recommendations, Jaime guides you through the Day of the Dead's origins, history, and modern celebrations. Discover how to build an altar, set out your ancestors' favorite foods, and invite the spirits to a feast. Explore the significance of marigolds, sugar skulls, and monarch butterflies. You'll also learn how to say goodbye when celebrations are over. This book provides everything needed to honor the dead and share your love and abundance with them.


The Water-Saving Garden

The Water-Saving Garden

Author: Pam Penick

Publisher: Ten Speed Press

Published: 2016-02-23

Total Pages: 240

ISBN-13: 1607747944

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A guide to growing beautiful gardens in drought-prone areas utilizing minimal water for maximum results. With climate change, water rationing, and drought on the rise, water conservation is more important than ever—but that doesn’t mean your gardening options are limited to cacti and rocks. The Water-Saving Garden provides gardeners and homeowners with a diverse array of techniques and plentiful inspiration for creating sustainable gardens that are so beautiful and inviting, it’s hard to believe they are water-thrifty. Including a directory of 100 plants appropriate for a variety of drought-prone regions of the country, this accessible and contemporary xeriscaping guide is full of must-know information on popular gardening topics like native and drought-tolerant plants (including succulents), rainwater harvesting, greywater systems, permeable paving, and more.


Muy Bueno

Muy Bueno

Author: Yvette Marquez-Sharpnack

Publisher:

Published: 2013-10

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780781813266

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Now available in a hardcover gift edition! Spanning three generations, Muy Bueno offers traditional old-world northern Mexican recipes from grandmother Jeusita's kitchen; comforting south of the border home-style dishes from mother Evangelina; and innovative Latin fusion recipes from daughters Yvette and Veronica. Muy Bueno has become one of the most popular Mexican cookbooks available. This new hardcover edition features a useful guide to Mexican pantry ingredients. Whether you are hosting a casual family gathering or an elegant dinner party, Muy Bueno has the perfect recipes for entertaining with Latin flair! You'll find classics like Enchiladas Montadas ("Stacked Enchiladas"); staples like Homemade Tortillas and Toasted Chile de Arbol Salsa; and light seafood appetizers like Shrimp Ceviche and Scallop and Cucumber Cocktail. Don't forget tempting Coconut Flan and daring, dazzling cocktails like Blood Orange Mezcal Margaritas and Persimmon Mojitos. There is truly something in Muy Bueno for every taste! This edition features more than 100 easy-to-follow recipes, a glossary of chiles with photos and descriptions of each variety, step-by-step instructions with photos for how to roast chiles, make Red Chile Sauce, and assemble tamales, a rich family history shared through anecdotes, photos, personal tips, and more, and stunning color photography throughout.


Signs and Shrines

Signs and Shrines

Author: Sharon Niederman

Publisher: The Countryman Press

Published: 2012-02-28

Total Pages: 258

ISBN-13: 0881509086

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Make your next vacation a pilgrimage...


Let's Go Mexico 22nd Edition

Let's Go Mexico 22nd Edition

Author: Let's Go Inc.

Publisher: Macmillan

Published: 2007-11-27

Total Pages: 752

ISBN-13: 9780312374525

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Offering a comprehensive guide to economical travel in diverse regions of the world, these innovative new versions of the popular handbooks feature an all-new look, sidebars highlighting essential tips and facts, information on a wide range of itineraries, transportation options, off-the-beaten-path adventures, expanded lodging and dining options in every price range, additional nightlife options, enhanced cultural coverage, shopping tips, maps, 3-D topographical maps, regional culinary specialties, cost-cutting tips, and other essentials.


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Published: 1991

Total Pages: 446

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Consists of separate newsletters from each of the 4 area studies centers, with collective title at head of first section. Each newsletter has also a distinctive title for each issue.