On mestizaje: I think Silvia Rivera Cusicanqui's concept of chi'xi is an interesting counter-point, arguing against the reductionism of mixing to produce homogeneity, but instead thinking of plurality simultaneously existing in identities such as mestizo.
I agree, Cusicanqui's work complicates the understanding of mestizaje from below (lo abigarrado, which is informed by Zavaleta's work). Cumes is focusing more on the hegemonic model of mestizaje and the implications this has had on her community.
So great to see Aura appearing in my inbox, I can't wait to read the handbook!!
On mestizaje: I think Silvia Rivera Cusicanqui's concept of chi'xi is an interesting counter-point, arguing against the reductionism of mixing to produce homogeneity, but instead thinking of plurality simultaneously existing in identities such as mestizo.
I agree, Cusicanqui's work complicates the understanding of mestizaje from below (lo abigarrado, which is informed by Zavaleta's work). Cumes is focusing more on the hegemonic model of mestizaje and the implications this has had on her community.