Mexican History: An Enthralling Guide to the History of Mexico, from Its Ancient Civilizations, the Spanish Conquest, and War of Independence to the Present

by Billy Wellman

Dive into the heart of Mexico’s vibrant history with Mexican History!

This book is your passport to understanding the forces that have shaped the fascinating nation of Mexico. From the dawn of civilizations to the challenges of the modern era, this compelling and comprehensive book has you covered.

Here’s a glimpse of what awaits

🌟 Explore Ancient FoundationsOlmec Discover the first Mesoamerican civilization.Maya Unravel the mysteries of their temples and texts.Toltec and Aztec Learn about their gods, warriors, and the real story behind the Triple Alliance.The Purépecha A formidable force that challenged the Aztecs.
🌍 Colonial ConquestsNew Spain’s The rise of a wealthy colony.Rulers and The fight for independence and the characters who shaped the nation’s destiny.
🏹Wars and Reforms Mexican-American The battles that reshaped borders.The French A European emperor on Mexican soil.Dictators and From Santa Anna to Porfirio Díaz, uncover the leaders who defined different eras.
🚩 The Modern Tapestry Revolutionary The legacies of Zapata and Understanding the political landscape of contemporary Mexico.
Whether you’re a history aficionado or a curious reader, this book promises to enrich your understanding of Mexico’s complex past and vibrant present. Delve into tales of ancient empires, colonial struggles, and the unyielding spirit of the Mexican people.

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Genres: Nonfiction, History

149 pages, Kindle Edition

Published March 21, 2024

Reviews

[Chris Schneider · Rating 4 out of 5]

I did this as an audiobook. I would have given it 5 stars, but the reader of the book had a very distracting sing-song cadence.

This covers a broad period of history in the Mexico region. Through it you gain an appreciation for how much turbulence, change, and cultural upheavals has happened here for centuries. It takes you right up to the previous President, and starts with histories of the various native tribes that lived in the region.

It also, in my view, tried to be non-partisan and objective, particularly in how it described Hernan Cortez and the Spanish conquest, while also giving the Mexican point of view of the succession of Texas and the sale of its northern lands, which they call the "American Invasion", not the "Mexican-American War".

One fact not taught in the US: Texas wanted to secede from Mexico because the Mexican government, well before the US, has outlawed slavery. The revered Alamo was part of the fight to keep slavery in Texas.

One fact taught wrongly in the US: the Aztecs and Montezuma did not think Cortez was a god. They knew he was powerful and treated him like a revered foreign dignitary. The Aztecs were far superior, and the only reason Cortez was successful was because of outright treachery.

Another fact that gets overlooked: drug cartels are a serious issue in Mexico. The US focuses on "the war on drugs", fighting the drug dealers, but the real problem is that the demand in the US for these drugs is overwhelming, far more than in any other country.

[John Fetzer · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a very informative overview of Mexican history. Most people in the US only learn of the conquest by Cortez, with little history of the pelp!e before the conquest. Ghen it is the war with the US, emphasizing the revolt in Texas as the starting point and the acquisition of much of the western US as the outcome. The incursion by Villa more than a century ago is the last history most people learn of. The complex fighting and struggles of the revolution are not taught.this book does well in filling in the gaps, with the emphasis being a history of Mexico with a Mexican perspective.

[Meghan · Rating 3 out of 5]

This definitely was an informational look into the wide and expensive history of Mexico, tracing it back to the original peoples of the area. I wish there was more detailing these peoples, but I'll be looking into more of the works on the topic by the author. Because od the tumultuous history of Mexico's independence, it became hard to understand and keep track of important people and events. There was one chapter at the end of the book dedicated to each of these components, but to have a brief summary like this at the end of every chapter would have been even more helpful to the reader. A glossary and pronunciation guide would also be appreciated.

[Michelle · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a great read filled with interesting information about Mexico that I just learned. My husband is from Mexico and he even learned some things about his home country. The writing is well done and informational and I look forward to reading more of these types of books by this author in the future. I voluntarily reviewed a copy of this book.

[Debbie Benson · Rating 4 out of 5]

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review. It is a good overview of Mexican history that gives a good starting point if you want to delve more into the different periods.

[Karli Sherwinter · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a whirlwind, quick crash course in Mexican history, with a lot of emphasis on battles and military history. I listened to it as an audiobook, which is why I gave it a lower rating. The narrator has a very strange, sing song voice.