Plutarco El僘s Calles and the Mexican Revolution (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780742537491)

The only substantive study of Plutarco El僘s Calles and the Mexican Revolution, this book traces the remarkable life story of a complex and little-understood, yet key figure in Mexico's history. J?gen Buchenau draws on a rich array of archival evidence from Mexico, the United States, and Europe to explore Calles's origins and political trajectory, ultimately leading to his reformist, yet authoritarian presidency from 1924 to 1928. After his term as president, Calles continued to exert broad influence as his country's foremost political figure; indeed, many of the institutions and laws forged during his tenure survive today. Through this comprehensive assessment of a quintessential politician in an era dominated by generals, entrepreneurs, and educated professionals, Buchenau opens an illuminating window into the Mexican Revolution and contemporary Mexico.

Author: J?gen Buchenau
ISBN-10: 0742537498
ISBN-13: 9780742537491
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Language: English
Published: 12/13/2006
Pages: 312
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.07lbs
Size: 8.92h x 6.32w x 0.76d

Review Citation(s):
Reference and Research Bk News 05/01/2007 pg. 72