Insurgent Mexico by John Reed
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About this eBook
| Creator | Reed, John, 1887-1920 |
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| LoC No. | 14015375 |
| Title | Insurgent Mexico |
| Note | Reading ease score: 81.1 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Al Haines |
| Summary | "Insurgent Mexico" by John Reed is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work captures the tumultuous events surrounding the Mexican Revolution, detailing the experiences of different soldiers and civilians in a rapidly changing landscape. It focuses on the social upheaval, the desperation of the population, and the personalities involved in the revolutionary struggle, providing insight into the complexities of this historical moment. At the start of the narrative, Reed vividly describes the setting along the border between the United States and Mexico, where he observes the Federal army's retreat and the conditions of civilians fleeing the conflict. He introduces his intent to interview key figures, illustrating the chaos as competing factions of revolutionaries and government forces clash. The opening sets the stage with a mixture of observational reporting and personal anecdotes, highlighting the struggles of soldiers, the plight of refugees, and the contrasting lifestyles on either side of the border, preparing the reader for a deeper exploration of the revolutionary spirit and its implications on Mexican society. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F1201: North America local history: Mexico |
| Subject | Mexico -- History -- 1910-1946 |
| Subject | Mexico -- History -- Revolution, 1910-1920 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 48108 |
| Release Date | Jan 29, 2015 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 180 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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