La construcción de puentes en el siglo XVIII

"The book reviews the personality and temperament of neoclassic architect De Alba (b. Mexico) through his architecture. De Alba was an architect/engineer who left anarchitectural legacy in the cities of Guadalajara and Chapala active at the turn of the 20th century whose constructions reflect the universal eclecticism of a Revolutionary generation and industrial society educated during the Porfirio Diaz regime"--Provided by vendor.

Este libro, elaborado por tres experimentados investigadores sociales, se ocupa de relatar, en forma breve y didáctica, la historia de cada una de estas tres revoluciones, pero también de valorarlas desde la perspectiva de la historia comparada, poniendo de relieve semejanzas, diferencias, significados y peculiaridades. La inmensa mayoría de las obras existentes trata solo de una de ellas en particular, pasando por alto las conexiones entre estos procesos, así como las claves para comprender sus verdaderas dinámicas y su persistencia en el imaginario de los pueblos latinoamericanos.

27 research papers grouped into 3 sections that range from architectural history to studies of patrimony, urban studies, and conservation. Continuation of the editorial project started in 1999 to promote scholarship on architecture in the state of Michoacan, Mexico.

Can it get much better than relaxing in a comfortable, modern hotel after a long day on the ski slopes? Whether you're a beginner learning on the bunny slope, an ex-Olympian reliving his glory days, or a non-skier who enjoys sipping rum toddies in the lodge, you'll find the perfect place for a winter get-away in this comprehensive, beautifully illustrated book. Designed to suit every taste, "Ski Hotels serves as an illustrated guide to the best resorts in Europe, North and South America, Australia, and Japan, Includes an introduction and informative captions.