The Origins of Mexican National Politics, 1808-1847

Book excerpt: The Origins of Mexican National Politics includes the first four essays from Scholarly Resource's highly regarded book, The Evolution of the Mexican Political System. With articles by leading American, Mexican, and Canadian scholars, this volume is an excellent introduction to the politics of early national Mexico. The authors focus on the politics, processes, and institutions of Mexico during the first half of the nineteenth century.p The Origins of Mexican National Politics is ideal for scholars and students researching the political history of Mexico and seeking to understand its evolution.