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Every group has its dominant mores and customs, with sanctions and taboos for human conduct, to which the individual is expected to conform. The values attached to the expected modes of behavior play a tremendous role in the life and conduct of both groups and the individuals that compose them. To understand these dominant sanctions and taboos, and the values attached thereto, is to go far toward understanding a people and its culture.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book takes the reader on a journey to El Cerrito, a small village nestled in the heart of rural New Mexico. Through detailed observations and personal anecdotes, the author paints a vivid portrait of a community deeply rooted in Spanish-American heritage and tradition. The author explores the intricate relationship between El Cerritoââ â¢s inhabitants, their land, and their culture. The book delves into the community's history, tracing its origins back to early Spanish settlers and their interactions with indigenous populations. The reader witnesses the village's slow but steady decline, from a time of abundance and vast grazing lands to a period of economic hardship and shrinking resources. This book goes beyond simply documenting the villageââ â¢s struggles. The author examines the cultural and social factors that have shaped El Cerritoââ â¢s resilience, including the strong sense of community, the importance of family and religion, and the intricate web of social relationships that bind its inhabitants together. The book sheds light on the enduring power of tradition and the complex interplay of cultural values in a world experiencing rapid change. Ultimately, this book offers a poignant and insightful exploration of how a community, facing significant challenges, finds its strength and identity in the very traditions that have shaped its history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780282896171_0
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