Book

Tzintzuntzan: capital de los tarascos

Gobierno del Estado de MichoacanMorelia, Michoacan, Mexico • Published In 1986 • Pages:

By: Castro-Leal Espino, Marcia.

Abstract
Based on archaeological analysis (e.g., ceramics, architecture, and metallurgy), in conjunction with linguistics, documentary, and traditional histories, Castro-Leal attempts to trace the origin and development of the Tarascan nation-state from approximately 1100 B.P. (900 A.D.) to 470 B.P.(1530 A.D.) at the time of the Spanish conquests. The compilation of data is then compared to other parts of Mesoamerica to show (according to the author) a common origin of political institutions throughout the area.
Subjects
Identification
Topography and geology
History and culture change
Comparative evidence
Traditional history
Acculturation and culture contact
Ceramic technology
Metallurgy
Smiths and their crafts
Architecture
Religious and educational structures
Miscellaneous structures
Visual arts
Chronologies and culture sequences
Typologies and classifications
tradition
West Mexico Postclassic
HRAF PubDate
2001
Region
Middle America and the Caribbean
Sub Region
Central Mexico
Document Type
Book
Evaluation
Creator Type
Archaeologist
Document Rating
4: Excellent Secondary Data
5: Excellent Primary Data
Analyst
John Beierle ; 2000
Field Date
no date
Coverage Date
1100 BP-470 BP (900 A.D.-1530 A.D.)
Coverage Place
State of Michoacan, Mexico
Notes
Marcia Castro Leal
Includes bibliographical references (p. 233-246)
LCCN
87410083
LCSH
Indians of Mexico--Antiquities