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Books: Miguel de Cervantes
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Don Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra; September 29, 1547 - April 23, 1616 was a Spanish novelist, poet, and playwright. Cervantes was one of the most important and influential persons in literature and the leading figure associated with the cultural flourishing of sixteenth century Spain (the Siglo de Oro). His novel Don Quixote is considered as a founding classic of Western literature and regularly figures among the best novels ever written; it has been translated into more than sixty-five languages, while editions continue regularly to be printed, and critical discussion of the work has persisted unabated since the 18th century. His work is considered among the most important in the universal literature. He has been dubbed el Príncipe de los Ingenios (the Prince of Wits).
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Books: Cancun, Cozumel and the Yucatan
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Completely updated every year (unlike most of the competition), Frommer's Cancun, Cozumel & the Yucatan features gorgeous color photos of the stunning beaches, the colorful underwater world, and the mysterious Maya ruins that await you. This authoritative guide captures all the glitter of Cancun, as well as the more rustic and authentic charms of Cozumel, which boasts world-class diving and snorkeling in the turquoise waters of the Caribbean. The authors have lived in and written about Mexico for years, so they're able to provide candid reviews of all the beach resorts, the best local dining, and the latest, hottest nightlife.
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Books: Moon Handbooks Mexico City
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From exploring the myriad of historical sites packed into the world-famous Centro neighborhood and dining on Mexican-Asian fusion cuisine to viewing the renowned paintings of Frida Kahlo, Diego Rivera, David Siquieros, and Jose Clemente Orozco, Moon Handbooks Mexico City is the guide to the best the city has to offer, both on and off the beaten path. Practical information includes suggested travel strategies and lists of must-see sights, plus essentials on dining, transportation, and accommodations for a range of budgets. Complete with details for day-trips to wander the colonial village of Tlalpan, climb the pyramids of Teotihuacan, or hike to see Monarch butterflies in forest reserves, Moon Handbooks Mexico City gives travelers the tools they need to create a more personal and memorable experience.
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Books: Behind the Doors of San Miguel de Allende
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This unusual book celebrates the colorful, sunwashed doorways of San Miguel de Allende, one of the oldest towns in Mexico. Picturesque, intellectually stimulating and historically fascinating, this arts-and-crafts and cultural center is a popular destination for tourists, expatriates, and vacationers. When photographer-writer Robert de Gast first visited San Miguel de Allende in 1987 he was particularly captivated by its doors---of mansions, houses, stables, churches, banks, studios, and stores. He returned to San Miguel de Allende five years later to them; eighty of his photographs from that trip have been selected for this entrancing book. De Gast lives part of every year in San Miguel de Allende, where he continues to photograph and write.
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Books: The Doors of San Miguel De Allende
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This unusual book celebrates the colorful, sunwashed doorways of San Miguel de Allende, one of the oldest towns in Mexico. Picturesque, intellectually stimulating and historically fascinating, this arts-and-crafts and cultural center is a popular destination for tourists, expatriates, and vacationers. When photographer-writer Robert de Gast first visited there in 1987 he was particularly captivated by its doors---of mansions, houses, stables, churches, banks, studios, and stores. He returned five years later to document them; eighty of his photographs from that trip have been selected for this entrancing book. De Gast lives part of every year in San Miguel, where he continues to photograph and write.
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Books: Tying Loose Ends in Mexico
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An inspirational travel adventure with full color photos and artwork. A woman studies Spanish in Mexico, where she experiences an introspective journey. The essays and images reflect special experiences that occur as the author enters an unfamiliar culture and begins to see the world differently. Nonfiction.
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Books: The People's Guide to Mexico
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This illustrated cult classic is a trip to Mexico in and of itself, complete with the flavor of the country, and its sights, sounds, and people. In addition to the basic information necessary, Carl Franz and Lorena Havens have packed the book with amusing stories and friendly guidance. The For More Information chapter is arguably the largest and most complete guide available on Mexico internet resources, book and map reviews, and other info sources for travelers. Hundreds of thousands of people who have read The People's Guide to Mexico over the past 30 years say they wouldn't travel without it. And there are lots of people who read it for sheer pleasure -- with no intention of traveling at all! "The best guidebook to adventure in the whole world." -- Harper's "If you're heading South, this book could be more valuable than a dictionary or Pepto Bismol." -- Travel Weekly "The People's Guide to Mexico has achieved mythical status." -- Outside
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