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The Mexican state of Chiapas, with its large indigenous population and historical connections to Guatemala during the colonial period, offers travelers an experience different from most states in Mexico. Here they see Indians and Ladinos living side by side following centuries-old traditions, each with their own interpretation of Catholicism and a symbolic language that distinguishes their culture and customs.
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This beautifully illustrated volume serves as a catalog, guidebook and history of the Chiapas roof crosses, a folk art that arose from the intermingling of the modern Mayan and Ladino cultures. Guess, an anthropologist and independent researcher, traces this craft to its evolution into tourist art. She also describes the collection of iron roof crosses at the Na Bolom Regional Museum in San Cristóbal and provides a walking tour of San Cristóbal where the roof crosses can still be seen. In addition and illustrations, the text includes maps and a glossary. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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