Encyclopedia of Latin American History and Culture


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Strives to organize knowledge of the region. It contains nearly 5,300 separate articles. Most topics appear in English alphabetical order.








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Modernity, Frontiers and Revolutions


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The texts presented in Proportion Harmonies and Identities (PHI) - MODERNITY, FRONTIERS AND REVOLUTIONS were compiled with the intent to establish a multidisciplinary platform for the presentation, interaction and dissemination of research. It also aims to foster awareness of and discussion on the topics of Harmony and Proportion with a focus on different visions relevant to Architecture, Arts and Humanities, Design, Engineering, Social and Natural Sciences, and their importance and benefits for the sense of both individual and community identity. The idea of modernity has been a significant driver of development since the Western Early Modern Age. Its theoretical and practical foundations have become the working tools of scientists, philosophers, and artists, who seek strategies and policies to accelerate the development process in different contexts.




El Croquis


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Architecture


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"The book follows the work of architect Rosen (b. Mexico) for over 40 years of architectural practice in Mexico, the US and other countries, including significant academic work as a professor of design. He is responsible for many projects in Baja California and southern California, including MOLA, the Latin American Art Museum, Student housing at UCSD, the Children's Hospital in Mexico City. The only major reference on his work"--Provided by vendor.