Fiesta: Days of the Dead & Other Mexican Festivals

by Chloe Sayer

Mexico has a vast range of annual festivals; several commemorate national events, but most are religious or spiritual in inspiration. After the Spanish Conquest of 1521, Roman Catholic teachings fused with the beliefs of native civilizations, so that even today the popular arts and crafts draw upon the Church as a rich source of imagery and a catalyst for creativity. Fiestas are often lavish and extremely costly. With extensive preparations, they...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0292722095
• ISBN13: 9780292722095
• Release Date: November 2009
• Publisher: University of Texas Press
• Length: 128 Pages
• Weight: 1.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 8.7" x 8.9"