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Informationen zum Autor By Stephen D. Morris Klappentext Mexico's views of the United States have been characterized as stridently anti-American, but recent policy changes in Mexico mark a fundamental transformation in the relationship. This thoughtful and original work answers questions about the impact of these policy shifts on Mexican nationalism and perceptions of the United States. As the only developing country to have entered into a free trade agreement (NAFTA) with a developed country, Mexico offers a unique and invaluable case study of the impact of globalization on a nation and its national identity. Exploring Mexico's experience also allows us to consider how other countries perceive the United States, especially in the post-9/11 climate. Analyzing the diversity of Mexican views of the United States, Gringolandia contributes a rich and nuanced dimension to our understanding of contemporary Mexico and Mexicans' feelings about the vital cross-border relationship. Zusammenfassung Mexico's views of the United States have been characterized as stridently anti-American! but various policy changes in Mexico mark a fundamental transformation in the relationship. Inhaltsverzeichnis Chapter 1 Introduction: Analyzing Perceptions of Self and Other Chapter 2 Gringolandia in the Political Discourse Chapter 3 Gringolandia in the School Texts Chapter 4 Gringolandia in Political Caricature Chapter 5 Gringolandia in the Writings of the Intellectual Elite Chapter 6 Gringolandia in the National Cinema Chapter 7 Gringolandia in the Consumer Market Chapter 8 Gringolandia in Public Opinion Chapter 9 Conclusion: Mexican Images of Nation and Neighbor
