Product DescriptionFrom the emergence of early civilizations in North America, continuing until the cataclysm of the Spanish conquest of explosives and the revolution of Emiliano Zapata and Pancho Villa to the intensely contested presidential election of 2006, Mexico has had a vibrant and dynamic history. “A Brief History of Mexico, Fourth Edition” brings readers up to date on events in Mexico, which helps to understand the deeper meaning of recent events. Since Felipe Calderon took office in 2006 amid violent protests, his reforms have been aimed at drug cartels, poverty, restructuring the role of government in private enterprises, and attempts to promote trade agreements with other nations. Despite the many obstacles f. . . More>>