New Mexico: A Celebration of the Land of Enchantment
- ISBN-10
- 1423616332
- ISBN-13
- 9781423616337
- Series
- New Mexico
- Category
- History
- Pages
- 336
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2011
- Publisher
- Gibbs Smith
- Author
- Richard Melzer
Description
In celebration of New Mexico’s statehood centenial, Richard Melzer focuses on the various social and political elements that have made the Land of Enchantment what it is today. Filled with images that document the past hundred years, New Mexico is a photographic delight accompanied by brief insightful essays that leave the reader in no doubt of a history that is both imposing and exciting in its scope. This book is also an official product of the state’s centennial celebration.
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