A classic short novel in its own right. I used it in my spring 2008 introduction to Latin American studies course as a "text" on the Mexican Revolution.

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Product Description

In addition to a fresh translation of Azuela's classic novel, this volume offers a substantial Introduction setting the work in its historical, literary, and political contexts. Related texts include contemporary reviews of Azuela's work, excerpts from John Reed's "Insurgent Mexico", and selections from Azuela's correspondence.

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Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #720479 in Books
• Published on: 2006-09-30
• Format: Illustrated
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 173 pages

Review
". . . I believe [Pellon's translation] should become the standard edition of Los de Abajo read in America." -- (Roberto González Echevarría, Sterling Professor of Hispanic and Comparative Literatures, Yale University)

"As a teaching tool, [this edition] strikes me as clearly superior to the other editions." -- (Timothy J. Henderson, Auburn University Montgomery)

"I believe [Pellón's translation] should become the standard edition of Los de Abajo read in America. . . ." -- (Roberto González Echevarría, Sterling Professor of Hispanic and Comparative Literatures, Yale University)

About the Author
Gustavo Pellón is Associate Professor of Spanish and Comparative Literature, University of Virginia.

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Customer Reviews

Great Book
This book is an excellent timepiece about a specific part of the Mexican revolution. The translation is very good and the additional texts help to place the time and situation to the reader in a simple manner.