Bibliografía de arqueología y etnografía: Mesoamérica y norte de México 1514-1960

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This is an outstanding bibliographic contribution to Middle Americanist studies. Covering a span of more than four centuries, almost 14,000 publications relating to the archaeology, ethnohistory, and ethnology of Mesoamerica and northern Mexico are included. Other branches of anthropology are represented when they pertain to the general theme of aboriginal culture (for example, studies in physical anthropology concerned with dental or cranial deformation). The intent was to be comprehensive rather than critical or selective, and Bernal's task of compilation extended over a period of ten years. The result is a massive and usable volume, in keeping with the high standards set by previous Memorias of the Instituto Nacional de Antropología e Historia.Bibliographic entries, numbered consecutively, are arranged by area, subject, and author. Geographical divisions may consist of states, natural areas or culture areas (for example, Morelos, Valley of Mexico, and Olmeca). These areal categories are sometimes sub-divided on the basis of subject matter. Thus, for the Valley of Mexico, the following topics are presented separately: general; archaeology; ethnography; religion; warfare; history; documentary sources; plastic arts; literature, dance, and music; higher knowledge; featherwork; metallurgy, wood, and mosaic; travel; and miscellanea.