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Jenkins of Mexico: How a Southern Farm Boy Became a Mexican Magnate,Used
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In the city of Puebla there lived an American who made himself into the richest man in Mexico. Driven by a steely desire to prove himselffirst to his wife's family, then to Mexican elitesWilliam O. Jenkins rose from humble origins in Tennessee to build a business empire in a country energized by industrialization and revolutionary change. In Jenkins of Mexico, Andrew Paxman presents the first biography of this largerthanlife personality.When the decadelong Mexican Revolution broke out in 1910, Jenkins preyed on patrician property owners and bought up substantial real estate. He suffered a scare with a firing squad and then a kidnapping by rebels, an episode that almost triggered a US invasion. After the war he owned textile mills, developed Mexico's most productive sugar plantation, and helped finance the rise of a major political family, the vila Camachos. During the Golden Age of Mexican cinema in the 1940s50s, he lorded over the film industry with his movie theater monopoly and key role in production. By means of Mexico's first major hostile takeover, he bought the country's secondlargest bank. Reputed as an exploiter of workers, a puppetmaster of politicians, and Mexico's wealthiest industrialist, Jenkins was the gringo that Mexicans loved to loathe. After his wife's death, he embraced philanthropy and willed his entire fortune to a foundation named for her, which cofounded two prestigious universities and funded projects to improve the lives of the poor in his adopted country.Using interviews with Jenkins' descendants, family papers, and archives in Puebla, Mexico City, Los Angeles, and Washington, Jenkins of Mexico tells a contradictory tale of entrepreneurship and monopoly, fearless individualism and cozy deals with powerbrokers, embrace of USstyle capitalism and political antiAmericanism, and Mexico's transformation from semifeudal society to emerging economic power.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Jenkins of Mexico'? A: 'Jenkins of Mexico' is a biography of William O. Jenkins, an American who became the wealthiest man in Mexico. It explores his rise from humble beginnings to a business mogul amidst the backdrop of the Mexican Revolution and industrialization.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Jenkins of Mexico'? A: The book is authored by Andrew Paxman, who presents a detailed account of Jenkins' life and his impact on Mexican society.
- Q: How many pages does 'Jenkins of Mexico' have? A: 'Jenkins of Mexico' contains 542 pages, providing an in-depth narrative of Jenkins' life and career.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Jenkins of Mexico'? A: 'Jenkins of Mexico' was published on May 1, 2017.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Jenkins of Mexico' is available in hardcover binding, which offers durability and a premium feel.
- Q: Is 'Jenkins of Mexico' suitable for readers interested in history? A: Yes, 'Jenkins of Mexico' is ideal for readers interested in history, particularly the economic and political landscape of Mexico during the early 20th century.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'Jenkins of Mexico'? A: 'Jenkins of Mexico' explores themes of entrepreneurship, philanthropy, political influence, and the complexities of American-Mexican relations.
- Q: Does the book include primary sources or interviews? A: Yes, the book includes interviews with Jenkins' descendants and utilizes family papers and archives from various locations to provide a comprehensive view of his life.
- Q: What makes Jenkins a controversial figure in Mexican history? A: Jenkins is seen as controversial due to his wealth accumulation through real estate and industry during the Mexican Revolution, as well as his reputation as an exploiter of workers and political puppeteer.
- Q: Are there any philanthropic contributions discussed in the book? A: Yes, 'Jenkins of Mexico' highlights Jenkins' philanthropic efforts, including his decision to will his fortune to a foundation that co-founded universities and supported projects for the poor in Mexico.