A Treasury of Mexican Folkways First Edition 1947

[Mexico] TOOR, Frances. A Treasury of Mexican Folkways. New York: Crown Publishers. 1947. First Edition. 8vo; Cloth with original decorated dust jacket. 566pp. Many black and white illustrations and photographs, as well as some color plates. An extensive listing of Mexican art, religious beliefs, ceremonies, folk arts, fiestas, holidays, music, dance, myths and folk tales. Included are over 100 songs in both Spanish and English which were never before published as well as local sayings and customs. Extensive photo spreads of various Mexican people throughout such as the indigenous Huichol are shown making sacred crafts and partaking in peyote ceremonies. Photos of Seri women of the Bahia are shown in traditional face paint and clothing with descriptions below. Ohter photos show Oaxacan and Mihoacan hand made crafts, woven sombrero and sandal markets, various peoples and costumes during the Huejotzingo carnival, Mexico City, rural villages, and more. Toor was an American woman who dedicated her life to spending time in Mexico to learn the culture and customs, becoming a historian for the Western world. In the preface, Toor discusses the poor Western image of "poor and uneducated" immigrants and how that stereotype is sorely untrue which is why she seeks to write about the vastly diverse and rich cultural truths within the confines of Mexico itself. Binding is good and all pages are present. Chipping to dust jacket, not price clipped. Overall very good condition.