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The Eagle and the Virgin: Nation and Cultural Revolution in Mexico, 19201940,New
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When the fighting of the Mexican Revolution died down in 1920, the national government faced the daunting task of building a cohesive nation. It had to establish control over a disparate and needy population and prepare the country for global economic competition. As part of this effort, the government enlisted the energy of artists and intellectuals in cultivating a distinctly Mexican identity. It devised a project for the incorporation of indigenous peoples and oversaw a vast, innovative program in the arts. The Eagle and the Virgin examines the massive nationbuilding project Mexico undertook between 1920 and 1940.Contributors explore the nationbuilding efforts of the government, artists, entrepreneurs, and social movements; their contradictory, often conflicting intersection; and their inevitably transnational nature. Scholars of political and social history, communications, and art history describe the creation of national symbols, myths, histories, and heroes to inspire patriotism and transform workers and peasants into efficient, productive, gendered subjects. They analyze the aesthetics of nation building made visible in murals, music, and architecture; investigate state projects to promote health, anticlericalism, and education; and consider the role of mass communications, such as cinema and radio, and the impact of road building. They discuss how national identity was forged among social groups, specifically political Catholics, industrial workers, middleclass women, and indigenous communities. Most important, the volume weighs in on debates about the tension between the eagle (the modernizing secular state) and the Virgin of Guadalupe (the Catholic defense of faith and morality). It argues that despite bitter, violent conflict, the symbolic repertoire created to promote national identity and memory making eventually proved capacious enough to allow the eagle and the virgin to coexist peacefully.Contributors. Adrian Bantjes, Katherine Bliss, Mara Teresa Fernndez, Joy Elizabeth Hayes, Joanne Hershfield, Stephen E. Lewis, Claudio Lomnitz, Rick A. Lpez, Sarah M. Lowe, Jean Meyer, James Oles, Patrice Olsen, Desmond Rochfort, Michael Snodgrass, Mary Kay Vaughan, Marco Velzquez, Wendy Waters, Adriana Zavala
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Eagle and the Virgin'? A: The main theme of 'The Eagle and the Virgin' revolves around Mexico's nation-building efforts between 1920 and 1940, highlighting the cultural and political dynamics that shaped national identity during this period.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Mary Kay Vaughan, a respected scholar in the field of Mexican history.
- Q: What can I expect from the book's content? A: The book includes discussions on the contributions of artists, social movements, and government initiatives in creating national symbols and identities in Mexico, examining their transnational implications.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 396 pages, offering a comprehensive exploration of its themes.
- Q: Is this book in new or used condition? A: The book is listed as 'New', ensuring that you receive it in pristine condition.
- Q: What is the binding type of 'The Eagle and the Virgin'? A: The book is available in paperback binding, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: When was 'The Eagle and the Virgin' published? A: The book was published on March 13, 2006.
- Q: Does the book discuss the role of indigenous peoples? A: Yes, the book examines how the Mexican government aimed to incorporate indigenous peoples into the national identity during the nation-building process.
- Q: What types of historical perspectives are included in the book? A: The book includes perspectives from political and social history, communications, and art history, highlighting the multifaceted approach to nation-building.
- Q: Who are some contributors to the book? A: Contributors include scholars such as Adrian Bantjes, Katherine Bliss, and Michael Snodgrass, among others, providing a range of insights into the topic.