Memorias. Fray Servando Teresa de Mier

by José Servando Teresa de Mier Noriega y Guerra

Pocas figuras de la historia nacional son tan heterodoxas y estimulantes como Fray Servando Teresa de Mier. Muestra de ello es esta obra en la que el autor narra, casi como en una novela de aventuras, su participación en la lucha por la Independencia, sus nexos con la expedición de Mina y las acciones que lo llevaron a ser uno de los creadores del liberalismo mexicano, así como sus encarcelamientos, su persecución por parte del Santo Oficio y su exilio.

Esta obra es fundamental para comprender y vivir un pasado heroico, una gesta que marcó el destino de la nación.

Genres: History, Nonfiction

446 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1856

Reviews

[Lana · Rating 4 out of 5]

In cleaning through my apartment I have found an old treasure-trove of book related papers, including my “books read” list from 1999-2000. In addition to listing the books, I wrote about 2-3 sentences to myself – sometimes they were plot reminders, sometimes commentary on the books. They were not intended to be read by anyone other than myself. I don’t imagine these will be very helpful to anyone else, but I’m posting them here for two reasons: first, to keep my reviews/comments in one place now and, second, because they’re kind of a fascinating look at my younger brain.

Very interesting man who was exiled in Europe and the US (from Mexico). He kept escaping from jails. In book he calls for better government. Is sarcastic towards the Catholic Church. Calls for action.

[David · Rating 5 out of 5]

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[Rene Segundo · Rating 5 out of 5]

A wonderful look back to pre-independence Mexico, early 1800 Europe. A must read for any serious student of history. It gave me a fantastic insight into my own family's history.