Title: Secretos de familia
First published: 1994
Description: "Fascinating volume examines family history of Lebanese immigrants from time of arrival to consolidation as elites. Contends that extended families replaced certain functions of society and created conditions for competitive and profitable enterprise. Also looks at how elites that emerged from the middle class use coalitions. Analyzes relationship between political and economic aspects of social life. Based on case studies and historical analysis"--Handbook of Latin American Studies, v. 57.
Subjects: History, Lebanese, Economic conditions, Family, Elite (Social sciences), Middle class, Businesspeople, Families
Places: Yucatán (State), Mexico, Yucatán (Mexico : State)
LC classification: HC137.Y8 R36 1994