125 pages : illustrations (some color), maps ; 22 cm
Contents
Introduction -- Ancient cities and peoples return from the past -- A new face to old conflict -- A story of mud, pigs, and humbling generosity -- An introduction to Mayan politics, religion and tourism (often confused as the same thing) -- The Guardias Blancas: a story of fear and loathing -- Why the media can't get it right: sorting out the distortions -- The Zapatistas: a logical response to global restructuring -- The Zapatistas and women: the emergence of revolutionary gender goals -- An alternative to the violence: outside human rights groups struggle to end a millennium of violence -- Further readings -- Epilogue -- the mirror image of the Maya -- Appendix -- treaty issues of the Oglala Sioux -- Maps: Central America; Chiapas.