| Its name is taken from an Aztec god of war. Its history is written in the
blood of conquest. Forged in the conflict between the Old and New Worlds, it is Mexico. From the cloud-kissed ruins of Teotihuacan to the chaotic heart of the modern capital, from Cortes? arrival to Pancho Villa?s famous raid, MEXICO: GOD, GOLD & GLORY travels across the nation and through its past. It is a compelling chronicle of a land shaped by the rise and fall of empires, the exploits of men like Moctezuma and Maximilian, and near-constant battles for freedom, sovereignty and independence. Celebrating its culture, history and allure, MEXICO: GOD, GOLD & GLORY is a definitive portrait that exposes the heart and heritage of this harsh and beautiful land. |