| Sumario: | "ELECTRIFYING MEXICO: TECHNOLOGY AND THE TRANSFORMATION OF A MODERN CITY" by Diana Montaño delves into the historical evolution of electricity in Mexico City from 1886 to 1960, exploring how capitalinos shaped the city's electriscape. The book highlights the role of electricity in urban development, modernity, class, gender, and race, offering a unique perspective on the history of technology in a Latin American context. Through vignettes and archival research, Montaño provides a comprehensive analysis of how electricity became a fundamental element in Mexico's modernization, culminating in the nationalization of the electric industry. The book is accessible to a wide audience and contributes to the understanding of electrification processes in the Global South, making it a valuable resource for researchers and readers interested in the intersection of technology and society in Latin America.
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