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This book is a historical account of the life of a young medical student in nineteenth century Mexico City. The main character, Francisco Téllez nicknamed Pacotillas, is a talented but troubled youth with a complex personality. The narrative follows Pacotillas as he leads a double life. By day he attends medical school and appears to conform to his family's wishes for his future. By night he is a reckless, womanizing womanizer, who often clashes with his fellow students, tutors, and family. The novel places this story within the broader historical and literary context of 19th century Mexico, providing a vivid and diverse portrait of the city and the university at a time of great social and political change. Through the experiences of this young man and his friends, the reader gains a profound understanding of the societal and personal tensions at play that shaped Mexican culture during this era.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a historical account of the life of a young medical student in nineteenth century Mexico City. The main character, Francisco TÃ llez nicknamed Pacotillas, is a talented but troubled youth with a complex personality. The narrative follows Pacotillas as he leads a double life. By day he attends medical school and appears to conform to his family's wishes for his future. By night he is a reckless, womanizing womanizer, who often clashes with his fellow students, tutors, and family. The novel places this story within the broader historical and literary context of 19th century Mexico, providing a vivid and diverse portrait of the city and the university at a time of great social and political change. Through the experiences of this young man and his friends, the reader gains a profound understanding of the societal and personal tensions at play that shaped Mexican culture during this era. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780243862474_0
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