Mexico, Aztec, Spanish and Republican, Vol. 2 of 2 / A Historical, Geographical, Political, Statistical and Social Account of that Country from the Period of the Invasion by the Spaniards to the Present Time.

Name: Mexico, Aztec, Spanish and Republican, Vol. 2 of 2 / A Historical, Geographical, Political, Statistical and Social Account of that Country from the Period of the Invasion by the Spaniards to the Present Time.
Author: Brantz Mayer

By Brantz Mayer

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The work offers a comprehensive survey of a nation's physical geography and political boundaries, describing mountain ranges, volcanoes, climates, rivers, and administrative divisions. It analyzes population composition and social strata—whites, indigenous peoples, Africans, mixed castes, and rural groups such as leperos and rancheros—examining customs, social habits, and institutions including church, army, and government. Agricultural production, crops, estates, irrigation, and local industries are assessed alongside demographic tables and economic prospects, with attention to labor relations such as peonage and social mobility. The narrative combines statistical detail, historical sketching, and practical observations to explain contemporary social and economic conditions.

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Brantz Mayer

Brantz Mayer was an American historian and author known for his works on early American history and the Mexican-American War. His notable book, "Calvert and Penn / Or the Growth of Civil and Religious Liberty in America," explores the founding principles of Maryland and Pennsylvania, emphasizing civil and religious liberties. Mayer also authored a comprehensive two-volume account titled "Mexico, Aztec, Spanish and Republican," which provides a detailed historical, geographical, and social overview of Mexico from the Spanish invasion to his contemporary period. His writings contribute significantly to the understanding of American and Mexican historical narratives.