Introduction 1. The Liberal Dictator 2. Perils of Progress 3. Reformers vs. Mummies 4. The Reluctant Revolutionary 5. Counter-Revolution 6. Civil War 7. Patriarchal Socialism 8. The Revolution in Practice 9. The Politics of Violence 10. The Revolution Becomes a Party 11. The Revolution Subverted Epilogue: The End of the Revolution
Biography
Robert Weis is a history professor at the University of Northern Colorado and author of Bakers and Basques: A Social History of Bread in Mexico and For Christ and Country: Militant Catholic Youth in Post-Revolutionary Mexico.
"I know of no better introduction to revolutionary Mexico for undergraduates and general readers (even as it offers new insights to academic “veterans”). Weis's engaging, well-written and compact narrative stretches from 19th century discontents to the deep, post-revolutionary reforms and enduring political structures forged by 1940. Free from jargon, it artfully synthesizes the author’s vast and deep knowledge of the primary and secondary literature, offering clear, nuanced explanations, vivid examples, rich quotes, and inserts of expected and novel primary documents. All told, The Mexican Revolution gives fresh voice to the iconic leaders and everyday actors that struggled to make Mexico anew."
John Lear, University of Puget Sound, author of Picturing the Proletariat: Artists and Labor in Revolutionary Mexico, 1908-1940
"Weis captures the defining characteristics, achievements, and shortcomings of Latin America's first social revolution. The volume adeptly guides the reader through the complex, often chaotic 1910–40 period, drawing on recent research as well as his own close reading of primary sources. While taking into account structural forces and larger-than-life personalities battling for power, Weis never loses sight of the struggles of everyday Mexicans for dignity, a better life, and (for many) their faith. His attention to gender and women’s uphill fight against patriarchy is especially welcome."
Ben Fallaw, Coby College, author of Religion and State Formation in Postrevolutionary Mexico, 1929-1940
