Cinco de Mayo yesterday and today
Presents the story of how Mexico regained its independence from European powers in the mid-nineteenth century, and offers a look at the traditions of the annual celebration as they have developed in one small town as a result of this important historical event. The story behind Cinco de Mayo (the fi...
| Main Author: | Urrutia, Ma. Cristina |
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| Other Authors: | Orozco, Rebeca. |
| Format: | Books Print Book |
| Language: | English Spanish |
| Published: |
Toronto : Berkeley, CA :
Douglas & McIntyre ; Distributed in the U.S.A. by Publishers Group West,
2002.
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| Edition: | 1st Groundwood pbk. ed. |
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| Summary: |
Presents the story of how Mexico regained its independence from European powers in the mid-nineteenth century, and offers a look at the traditions of the annual celebration as they have developed in one small town as a result of this important historical event. The story behind Cinco de Mayo (the fifth of May), one of the most celebrated days in Mexico, is told. The date commemorates Mexico's fight for independence from the French in the 19th century. Combining historical accounts with a photographic record of one of the contemporary reenactments, this book also provides a source for activities and role-playing to bring the story to life for readers. |
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| Item Description: |
"A Groundwood Book." Translation of: La batalla del 5 de Mayo : ayer y ho. |
| Physical Description: |
1 v. (unpaged) : col. ill. ; 21 x 25 cm. |
| ISBN: |
0888994842 (pbk.) : 9780888994844 (pbk.) |