Mexico and Its Religion by Robert Anderson Wilson
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| Author | Wilson, Robert Anderson, 1812-1872 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 02004814 |
| Title |
Mexico and Its Religion With Incidents of Travel in That Country During Parts of the Years 1851-52-53-54, and Historical Notices of Events Connected With Places Visited |
| Note | Reading ease score: 61.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits |
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| Summary | "Mexico and Its Religion" by Robert Anderson Wilson is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The work chronicles the author's explorations and experiences in Mexico between 1851 and 1854, offering insights into the country's religion, culture, and significant historical events. It combines personal travel narratives with broader historical reflections, particularly focusing on the Mexican society of the time, the effects of colonialism, and the intertwining of religion and politics. The opening of the book sets the stage for Wilson's travel narrative as he arrives in Vera Cruz on a stormy evening in 1853. He describes the city’s serene atmosphere, its historical significance, and its struggles with diseases like yellow fever. Wilson contrasts the quiet charm of Vera Cruz with the bustling life of American cities, highlighting the deep-rooted customs and cultural practices of the locals, including the ceremonial activities of the clergy and the superstition surrounding physical relics. The narrative introduces a character, a monk, hinting at deeper explorations of both personal and societal relationships in the context of Mexican history and religion as the author prepares for further travel into the interior of the country. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F1201: North America local history: Mexico |
| Subject | Mexico -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Mexico -- Religion |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 21430 |
| Release Date | May 14, 2007 |
| Most Recently Updated | May 16, 2007 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 175 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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