In 1996, while roaming through Mexico as a travel writer, Geri Anderson landed in Oaxaca, Mexico--and she's still there. Her memoir, "Oh Oaxaca," is a collection of stories and anecdotes about her life in an area of Mexico closer to Guatemala than the United States. Oaxaca has the largest number of indigenous peoples in North America. It's where ancient traditions mesh with approaching modernity. The author shares humorous as well as dangerous moments exploring the state's central valleys, forested mountains and tropical Pacific coast. In topics ranging from "Mexican Medicine" to "Cars and Hot Water Heaters," you will sample the author's heartfelt passion for her adopted country. Anderson writes in an easy-to-read, relaxed style.
In 1996, while roaming through Mexico as a travel writer, Geri Anderson landed in Oaxaca, Mexico--and she's still there. Her memoir, "Oh Oaxaca," is a collection of stories and anecdotes about her life in an area of Mexico closer to Guatemala than the United States. Oaxaca has the largest number of indigenous peoples in North America. It's where ancient traditions mesh with approaching modernity. The author shares humorous as well as dangerous moments exploring the state's central valleys, forested mountains and tropical Pacific coast. In topics ranging from "Mexican Medicine" to "Cars and Hot Water Heaters," you will sample the author's heartfelt passion for her adopted country. Anderson writes in an easy-to-read, relaxed style.