This book is a full anthropological, historical, and sociological study about Mexican festivities that expresses the diverse range of colors, flavors, and sounds enjoyed during celebrations. It invites the reader to learn about Mexican parties by showing us both the diversity and importance of parties in Mexico, all through a journey were we can see enjoyment, consumption, playful reunions, and ritual communion. The essays that are part of this book try to find those elements that link several Mexican festivities. Either if ...
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This book is a full anthropological, historical, and sociological study about Mexican festivities that expresses the diverse range of colors, flavors, and sounds enjoyed during celebrations. It invites the reader to learn about Mexican parties by showing us both the diversity and importance of parties in Mexico, all through a journey were we can see enjoyment, consumption, playful reunions, and ritual communion. The essays that are part of this book try to find those elements that link several Mexican festivities. Either if they are parties that celebrate the circle of life, civic or religious commemoration, these parties open space, time, and let us escape from the routine and what's mundane, letting out mystical and fun aspects, and creating community relationships.
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