by Don Bullis
1028 pages; 7 x 10
ISBN 978-1-943681-21-1 ($58.95 pb)
978-1-943681-41-9 ($68.95 hb)
2019 New Mexico Press Women Book Awards
First Place History Book
2019 Nat'l Federation of Press Women
Honorable Mention History Book
"New Mexico Historical Chronology: From the Beginning" is the ideal starting place for anyone seeking to learn about the New Mexico of yesteryear. The succinctly concise entries provide solid information drawn several sources for his entries that are perfect jumping-off spots for further research. A comprehensive encyclopedia of New Mexico history that is deftly laid out chronologically will prove to be an enduringly valued and comprehensive volume that is more than just an assemblage of cited facts and biographical summaries, it is an inherently interesting read for history buffs with an interest in New Mexican history. While unreservedly recommended, especially for community, college, and university library American History collections in general, and New Mexico History studies curriculums in particular, it should be noted for the personal reading lists of students, academia, and non-specialist general readers with an interest in the subject that "New Mexico Historical Chronology: From the Beginning" is also available in a paperback edition (9781943681211, $58.95). — Midwest Book Reviews, March 2019
