The Underdogs by Mariano Azuela
A Novel of the Mexican Revolution
"The Underdogs" is a novel set during the Mexican Revolution, depicting the conflict from the perspective of the peasants who fought in it. The story follows the journey of a poor, illiterate Indian named Demetrio Macias, who becomes a reluctant leader in the rebellion against the federal government. The narrative explores the brutality and chaos of war, the corruption of power, and the often futile nature of rebellion, painting a grim picture of the human cost of revolution.
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- Published
- 1915
- Nationality
- Mexican
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 100-200
- Original Language
- Spanish
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- Alternate Titles
- - Los de Abajo
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