The Legacy of Mesoamerica: History and Culture of a Native American CivilizationRobert M. Carmack, Janine Gasco, Gary H. Gossen This text summarizes and integrates information on the origins, historical development, and current situation of the indigenous peoples of Mesoamerica. It describes their contributions to the present-day societies of Mexico and Central America and their influence in the world community. |
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INTRODUCTION | 1 |
AN HISTORICAL OVERVIEW OF THE MESOAMERICAN PEOPLES | 39 |
MESOAMERICA AT SPANISH CONTACT | 80 |
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