num_pages: 508
description: Life in Mexico is a memoir written by Frances Calderon de la Barca, a Scottish woman who lived in Mexico during the mid-19th century. The book provides a vivid and detailed account of her experiences and observations of Mexican society, customs, and culture during her stay in the country. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which explores different aspects of Mexican life. De la Barca writes about her encounters with Mexican people, including their hospitality, kindness, and religious devotion. She also describes the country's landscapes, food, music, and art, providing readers with a glimpse into the rich and diverse culture of Mexico.In addition to her observations of Mexican society, de la Barca also reflects on her own experiences as a foreigner in the country. She writes about the challenges she faced in adapting to a new culture and language and the friendships she formed with both Mexicans and other foreigners living in Mexico.Overall, Life in Mexico is a fascinating and insightful memoir that provides readers with a unique perspective on Mexican life during the mid-19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Mexican culture, history, or society.Tradition says, that now these caves and tanks and woods are haunted by the shade of the conqueror's Indian love, the far-famed Dona Marina, but I think she would be afraid of meeting with the wrathful spirit of the Indian emperor. The castle itself, modern though it be, seems like a tradition! The Viceroy Galvez, who built it, is of a bygone race! The apartments are lonely and abandoned, the walls falling to ruin, the glass of the windows and the carved work of the doors have been sold; and standing at this great height, exposed to every wind that blows, it is rapidly falling to decay.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
language: English
title: Life In Mexico
titlecomplete: Life In Mexico
characters: Frances Calderón de la Barca
genres: Memoir, Nonfiction, Cultural Studies, Travel, History
ratings_count: 118
places: Mexico
publisher: Kessinger Publishing