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Tragicomedia mexicana 2 (Tragicomedia mexicana 2)

Una excepcional crónica de la vida social, política, cultural y económica en México de 1970 a 1982. En este segundo volumen de la Tragicomedia mexicana, que comprende de 1970 a 1982, tenemos el 'superpresidencialismo tercermundista' y sus respuestas al 68, la guerra entre la iniciativa privada y el presidente Echeverría, la crisis económica y el Fondo Monetario Internacional, los providenciales yacimientos de petróleo, la 'abundancia' y el derroche, la reforma política de López Portillo, el avance incontenible de la contaminación, la corrupción, la aplastante influencia de Estados Unidos, la deuda 'eterna', las devaluaciones y la nacionalización de la banca, la revolución y la 'contrarrevolución cultural', las nuevas mafias literarias, el nuevo periodismo, la nueva dramaturgia, el nuevo cine, el feminismo, las luchas de los grupos gay, Avándaro, los chavos banda, el nacimiento del rock mexicano y el inicio de la década perdida.

José Agustín, José Agustín Ramírez (Author), Humberto Vélez (Narrator)

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Tragicomedia mexicana 3 (Tragicomedia mexicana 3)

Una excepcional crónica de la vida social, política, cultural y económica en México de 1982 a 1994. En este tercer volumen de la Tragicomedia mexicana, que comprende de 1982 a 1994, tenemos los años de la crisis, los 'nuevos pobres', la globalización y las privatizaciones, la 'renovación moral', los tecnos y los dinos, la renegociación de la deuda externa, la privatización de la banca, el fortalecimiento del narcotráfico, el terror del sida, la explosión de San Juanico y el terremoto de 1985, la 'caída' del sistema en 1988, la familia Salinas, los negocios del hermano incómodo, el dinero de Pronasol, los nuevos megamillonarios, los cambios en el campo, la relación con la Iglesia católica y el Tratado de Libre Comercio, el dedazo 'prematuro', la rebelión zapatista, Marcos Superstar, la 'candidatura alterna', el asesinato de Luis Donaldo Colosio, la muerte de Ruiz Massieu y otra, más devastadora aún, crisis económica. Qué bonito acabamos, igual que empezamos.

José Agustín, José Agustín Ramírez (Author), Humberto Vélez (Narrator)

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Primavera sangrienta: Argentina 1970-1973 un país a punto de explotar. Guerrila, presos políticos y

Esta es la crónica del nacimiento y crecimiento de la guerrilla a comienzos de los setenta, y de un día feliz: el 25 de mayo de 1973, cuando asume Cámpora y cuando los presos políticos por las primeras acciones armadas salen en libertad gracias a la presión popular y a un indulto que no había firmado... ¡nadie! El 25 de mayo de 1973, el mismo día en que Cámpora asumía la Presidencia en la Casa Rosada, miles de manifestantes exigían la libertad de los presos políticos. La presión popular extendida a todo el país fue tan fuerte que las rejas se abrieron esa misma noche, que pasó a la historia como 'el Devotazo'. En esas horas únicas, cargadas de tensión, Marcelo Larraquy registra voces calladas hasta ahora, que relatan de primerísima mano las tácticas de la guerrilla para enfrentar a una dictadura militar en retroceso, con juicios sumarios como el del general Aramburu, secuestros a empresarios, tomas de poblaciones, robos de camiones de caudales y fugas audaces como la de Trelew, que terminaría en una masacre en la base naval. A partir de testimonios inaccesibles hasta hoy y nuevas fuentes documentales, Larraquy logra componer el retrato de una época que dejará sin respiro al lector, con una sucesión de acontecimientos que encaminarían al país hacia su década más feroz y espeluznante.

Marcelo Larraquy (Author), Javier Carbone (Narrator)

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The Aztec Civilization: History, Mythology, Gold, and Empires in Mesoamerica

Welcome to the concise, all-you-need explanation of the Aztec empire! When you think of the Aztecs, you might think of certain movies you have seen or what you've been taught in history class. And although some of those images and descriptions fit the main narrative, there is still much left to be discovered. This brief book will take you on a journey and kidnap your imagination to a faraway place in time. Learn more about the facts and findings of scholars, archeologists, and scientists. Topics such as these will be addressed: The Difference between the Toltecs and also the Aztecs. The background and origins of the Aztecs. Surprising facts about their civilization. The Spanish and their role in their society upon arrival. Violent human sacrificial rituals and belief systems. Shocking new facts about the Aztec empire. If any of this sparks your curiosity, then I invite you to start reading or listening to this book fast.

Kelly Mass (Author), John Michael Jalonen (Narrator)

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Devoted to Death: Santa Muerte, the Skeleton Saint, 2nd Edition

R. Andrew Chesnut offers a fascinating portrayal of Santa Muerte, a skeleton saint whose cult has attracted millions of devotees over the past decade. Although condemned by mainstream churches, this folk saint's supernatural powers appeal to millions of Latin Americans and immigrants in the US. Devotees believe the Bony Lady (as she is affectionately called) to be the fastest and most effective miracle worker, and as such, her statuettes and paraphernalia outsell those of the Virgin of Guadalupe and Saint Jude, two other giants of Mexican religiosity. In particular, Chesnut shows Santa Muerte has become the patron saint of drug traffickers, playing an important role as protector of peddlers of crystal meth and marijuana; DEA agents and Mexican police often find her altars in the safe houses of drug smugglers. Yet Saint Death plays other important roles: she is a supernatural healer, love doctor, money-maker, lawyer, and angel of death. She has become without doubt one of the most popular and powerful saints on both the Mexican and American religious landscapes.

R. Andrew Chesnut (Author), Timothy Andrés Pabon (Narrator)

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Gastronomy in Mesoamerica: The History of Indigenous People’s Diets Before and After European Contac

Indigenous groups settling in Mesoamerica had different languages, political and social organizations, traditions, and beliefs; however, there were a series of traits that included the use and consumption of many food sources present throughout the entire territory. The domestication of important plants like maize, beans, squash, and chili peppers eventually led to full-scale agricultural societies supporting large populations through intensified food production and complex trade networks. Anyone who delves deeply into Mexico's ancient history will be surprised to find that most food sources consumed by many Prehispanic people are still present in the everyday Mexican diet, as are many cooking techniques dating back to that time. Contemporary Mexican cuisine incorporates quite a lot from its ancient gastronomical ancestor, including the nutritional benefits of its main staples, and it is the result of a living mestizaje or mixture of old Indigenous culinary traditions with European ingredients. In that sense, what we currently call Mexican gastronomy is the fusion of Prehispanic and Spanish elements. Prehispanic gastronomy included a wide variety of foodstuffs, materials, methods, and cooking techniques. Ancient Mesoamericans used all of the parts of the plants and animals they consumed. Elements not eaten would be transformed into tools or utensils. After the Spanish had conquered the area, the diversity of ingredients native to Mesoamerica were easily combined with European recipes, products, and cooking techniques to develop a whole new variety of flavors and textures.

Charles River Editors (Author), Daniel Houle (Narrator)

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Veterano de tres guerras - Parte 2

El best seller de la crónica histórica ahora se suma al catálogo de Ediciones B Reedición revisada y aumentada del best seller que reúne las experiencias del abogado y oficial de ejercito José Miguel Varela, en la Guerra del Pacifico, las Campañas de la Araucanía y Guerra Civil de 1891. Un libro que en su primera versión ha vendido más de 60 mil ejemplares y se ha convertido en un clásico de la crónica histórica. Esta nueva edición contempla un capítulo inédito sobre los años de José Miguel Varela trabajando como Notario en Valdivia, y su participación en la logia masónica. Este nuevo capítulo no corresponde a las memorias del soldado, sino a la investigación recogida por Guillermo Parvex luego de la publicación del libro.

Guillermo Parvex (Author), Adrian Wowczuk, Adrián Wowczuk, Adrián Wowczuz (Narrator)

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Veterano de tres guerras - Parte 3

Guillermo Parvex (Author), Adrian Wowczuk, Adrián Wowczuk, Adrián Wowczuz (Narrator)

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The Toltec Civilization: An Enthralling Overview of the History of the Toltecs, Starting from the Cl

If you are curious about how the intriguing Toltec civilization started, how the people lived, and how their culture influenced later generations, then pay attention! Precursors to the Aztecs (amazing in their own right), the Toltec people were the pre-columbian Mesoamerican civilization honored for their artisanship and tactile warfare – considered so fierce and respectablel that the Aztecs claimed descendancy from them! How did this empire come to be regarded as the apex of culture, sophistication, and civilization? Why did the Aztecs overtake them, and how? And… which came first: the Mayans, the Toltecs, or the Aztecs? Explore these questions and more as you step into amazing architectural sites in Indiana Joneseque style! Learn the mysteries behind their gods and religious ceremonies – including human sacrifice – and their special connection to Chichen Itza. Here are some of the fascinating questions you will explore: - What secrets have recent archaeological finds uncovered about the Toltecs and other Mesoamerican cultures? - How did the Mayan culture influence the Toltecs? - How did the Toltecs dominate present-day Mexico from Tula? - What made them the greatest warriors of their day? - What important statues and relics have been found by recent archeological digs? What have we learned from these spectacular finds? - Did they really practice human sacrifice? How? Why? - Toltec paper – from the bark of what tree? - What is an “ajaw” or “kalompte” – and did the Toltecs bow to him? - How did the Toltecs move from a barter system to a more capitalistic trade approach? - Was there cohesion between the different factions of the Toltec society? - And much, much more! Scroll up and click the “add to cart” button to learn more about the incredible Toltecs!

Enthralling History (Author), Jay Herbert (Narrator)

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Traditional Brazilian Black Magic: The Secrets of the Kimbanda Magicians

• Explains how Kimbanda's presiding deity Eshu embodies both masculine and feminine principles, both god and devil, and thus represents human nature itself with all its vices and virtues • Discusses Kimbanda's magical practices, initiation rites, sacred knives, and sacrificial offerings • Details the seven realms and the entities that inhabit and govern each of them Although it has been demonized as a form of Satanic cult, Kimbanda--the tradition of Afro-Brazilian black magic--is a spiritual practice that embraces both the light and dark aspects of life through worship of the entities known as Eshu and Pombajira. Exploring the history and practice of Kimbanda, also known as Quimbanda, Diego de Oxóssi builds a timeline from the emergence of Afro-Brazilian religions in the 17th century when African slaves were first brought to Brazil, through the development of Orisha cults and the formation of Candomblé, Batuque, Macumba, and Umbanda religious practices, to the modern codification of Kimbanda by Mãe Ieda do Ogum in the 1960s. He explains how Kimbanda's presiding deity Eshu Mayoral embodies both masculine and feminine principles, both god and devil, and thus represents human nature itself with all its vices and virtues. Discussing the magical practices, initiation rites, and spiritual landscape of Kimbanda, the author explains how there are seven realms, each with nine dominions, and he discusses the entities that inhabit and govern each of them. The author explores spirit possession and Kimbanda's sacrificial practices, which are performed in order to honor and obtain the blessing of the entities of the seven realms. He discusses the sacred knives of the practice and the role each plays in it. He also explores the 16 zimba symbols and sigils used to attract the spirits most apt to realizing the magician's will as well as traditional enchantment songs to summon and work with those spirits. Offering an accessible guide to Kimbanda, the author shows that this religion of the people is popular because it recognizes the dark and light sides of human morality and provides a way to interact with the deities to produce direct results. DIEGO DE OXÓSSI is a Chief of Kimbanda and Orishas Priest. For more than 20 years he has been researching and presenting courses, lectures, and workshops on pagan and African-Brazilian religions. He writes a weekly column at CoreSpirit.com and is the publisher at Arole Cultural. He lives in São Paulo, Brazil.

Diego De Oxóssi (Author), Diego De Oxóssi (Narrator)

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Cuba: An American History

An epic, sweeping history of Cuba and its complex ties to the United States—from before the arrival of Columbus to the present day—written by one of the world's leading historians of Cuba. In 1961, at the height of the Cold War, the United States severed diplomatic relations with Cuba, where a momentous revolution had taken power three years earlier. For more than half a century, the stand-off continued—through the tenure of ten American presidents and the fifty-year rule of Fidel Castro. His death in 2016, and the retirement of his brother and successor Raúl Castro in 2021, have spurred questions about the country's future. Meanwhile, politics in Washington—Barack Obama's opening to the island, Donald Trump's reversal of that policy, and the election of Joe Biden—have made the relationship between the two nations a subject of debate once more. Now, award-winning historian Ada Ferrer delivers an ambitious and moving chronicle written for a moment that demands a new reckoning with both the island's past and its relationship with the United States. Spanning more than five centuries, Cuba: An American History provides us with a front-row seat as we witness the evolution of the modern nation, with its dramatic record of conquest and colonization, of slavery and freedom, of independence and revolutions made and unmade. Along the way, Ferrer explores the sometimes surprising, often troubled intimacy between the two countries, documenting not only the influence of the United States on Cuba but also the many ways the island has been a recurring presence in US affairs. This, then, is a story that will give American readers unexpected insights into the history of their own nation and, in so doing, help them imagine a new relationship with Cuba. Filled with rousing stories and characters, and drawing on more than thirty years of research in Cuba, Spain, and the United States—as well as the author's own extensive travel to the island over the same period—this is a stunning and monumental account like no other.

Ada Ferrer (Author), Alma Cuervo (Narrator)

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Veterano de tres guerras - Parte 1

Guillermo Parvex (Author), Adrian Wowczuk, Adrián Wowczuk, Adrián Wowczuz (Narrator)

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