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 Los de abajo Novela de la Revolución Mexicana
Mariano Azuela (edited by John E. Englekirk and Lawrence B. Kiddle)
In Spanish. A classic of modern Hispanic literature! In this deeply moving picture of the turmoil of the first great revolution of the twentieth century—the Mexican Revolution of 1910—Azuela depicts the anarchy and the idealism, the base human passions and the valor and nobility of the simple folk, and, most striking of all, the fascination of revolt—that peculiar love of revolution for revolution’s sake that has characterized most of the social upheavals of the twentieth century. Los de abajo is considered “the only novel of the Revolution” and, since the spring of 1925, has been published in several languages and more than twenty-seven editions. Azuela’s writing is sometimes racy and virile, sometimes poetic and subdued, but always in perfect accord with the mood and character of the story. A substantial literary introduction offers a great deal of relevant background information.
 $15.50 list, 175 pages 10-digit ISBN: 0-88133-662-9 13-digit ISBN: 978-0-88133-662-7 © 1971
“Thanks to Waveland Press, this edition of Mariano Azuela’s classic novel of the Mexican Revolution of 1910, originally published for college students some twenty years ago, has been made available once again for courses in Spanish American literature. The Introduction, which contains invaluable background information not only on the life and works of Azuela, but also on the literature of the Mexican Revolution in general, as well as on the political events preceding this extremely important social and economic upheaval, which was to have far-reaching effects on the future of Mexico and all of Latin America, is excellent. Congratulations to the editors for reissuing this very handsome paperback edition of one of the most outstanding prose works of 20th-century Latin American literature.” — Anthony J. Vetrano, Le Moyne College “I chose the book because of its very informative introduction. The fact that it is in English will help immensely, as it will encourage students to read it in its entirety—something difficult to accomplish when they have to deal with complex Spanish-language introductions.” — Sergio Rosa, Acadia University “Great masterpiece. A must for students of Latin American literature.” — Gladys Varona-Lacey, Ithaca College “The introduction is excellent because it places the plot of the novel in its historic context. The notes about language are very helpful. The bibliography and the vocabulary are very useful.” — Jose A. Escarpanter, Auburn University “An excellent textbook for undergraduates. The notes and vocabulary aide are extremely helpful and serve to encourage the struggling student to continue reading.” — Fred de Rosset, Berea College “This is exactly what I’ve been looking for!! Azuela’s text is fundamental for understanding the chaos, mayhem, and ultimate failure of the Revolution to live up to its promises.” — Tim Foster, Knox College
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