Mexico

Mexico: As It Was And As It Is is a historical book written by Brantz Mayer in 1847. The book provides a detailed account of the history, culture, society, and politics of Mexico during the mid-19th century. Mayer, an American diplomat and writer, traveled extensively throughout Mexico and documented his observations and experiences in this book.The book is divided into two parts: the first part provides a historical overview of Mexico from the pre-Columbian era to the Mexican War of Independence, while the second part focuses on the contemporary society and politics of Mexico in the mid-19th century. Mayer's writing style is descriptive and engaging, and he provides vivid details about the people, places, and events he encountered during his travels.Throughout the book, Mayer offers his own opinions and insights on the Mexican culture and society, as well as the political situation in the country. He discusses the impact of the Spanish conquest on Mexico, the role of religion in Mexican society, and the challenges faced by the Mexican government in the wake of the war with the United States.Overall, Mexico: As It Was And As It Is is a valuable historical resource for anyone interested in learning about the history and culture of Mexico during the mid-19th century. The book offers a unique perspective on Mexico from an American writer who was deeply interested in the country and its people.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.