This study marks the culmination of over 20 years of research by the author. It provides a detailed, comprehensive examination of Mexico's power elite - their political power, societal influence, and the crucial yet often overlooked role mentoring plays in their rise to the top. The book traces the careers of approximately 400 of the country's most notable politicians, military officers, clergy, intellectuals, and capitalists. Thoroughly researched and drawn from in-depth interviews with some of Mexico's most powerful players, the book provides insight into the machinations of Mexican leadership and an important glimpse into the country's future as it steps onto the global stage.