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A History of Modern Mexico, 18101996'A magisterial history. . . . Will surely stand for many years as the standard history of postcolonial Mexico.' Wall Street JournalThe concentration of power in the caudillo (leader) is as much a formative element of Mexican culture and politics as the historical legacy of the Aztec emperors, Cortez, the Spanish Crown, the Mother Church and the mixing of the Spanish and Indian population into a mestizo culture. Enrique Krauze shows how history becomes biography during the century of caudillos from the insurgent priests in 1810 to Porfirio and the Revolution in 1910. The Revolutionary era, ending in 1940, was dominated by the lives of seven presidents Madero, Zapata, Villa, Carranza, Obregon, Calles and Cardenas. Since 1940, the dominant power of the presidency has continued through years of boom and bust and crisis. A major question for the modern state, with today's president Zedillo, is whether that power can be decentralized, to end the cycles of history as biographies of power.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Mexico: Biography of Power'? A: 'Mexico: Biography of Power' primarily examines the concentration of power in Mexico, exploring how historical figures and events have shaped the nation's culture and politics from 1810 to 1996.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Enrique Krauze, a renowned Mexican historian and essayist.
- Q: What is the length of the book? A: 'Mexico: Biography of Power' consists of 896 pages, providing an in-depth exploration of modern Mexican history.
- Q: When was 'Mexico: Biography of Power' published? A: The book was published on June 3, 1998.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Mexico: Biography of Power' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Does the book contain any illustrations or images? A: The product details do not specify any illustrations or images included in the book.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic use? A: Yes, 'Mexico: Biography of Power' is a scholarly work that is suitable for academic study, particularly in history and political science.
- Q: What historical periods does the book cover? A: The book covers significant historical periods in Mexico, from the era of independence in 1810 through the postcolonial period, ending in 1996.
- Q: Can I find biographies of specific historical figures in this book? A: Yes, the book includes biographies of key historical figures such as Madero, Zapata, Villa, and others who influenced modern Mexico.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'Mexico: Biography of Power'? A: The book explores themes of power dynamics, the role of leadership, and the impact of historical events on contemporary Mexican society.