The Essays: Essays On The Chicano Homeland (Chicana And Chicano Visions Of The Americas Ser. #7)

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Synopsis
Fifty-two essays exploring identity, literature, immigration, and politics by one of the godfathers of Chicano literature In his essay "The New World Man," Rudolfo Anaya writes, "I stand poised at the center of power, the knowing of myself, the heart and soul of the New World man alive in me." Best known for his novel Bless Me, Ultima, which established him as one of the founders of Chicano literature, The Essays illustrates Anaya's gift for storytelling and his deep connection to the land and its history. These intimate and contemplative essays explore censorship, immigration, urban development, the Southwest as a region, and personal identity. In "Aztlan: A Homeland Without Boundaries," he discusses the reimagining of the modern Chicano community through ancient myth and legend; in "The Spirit of Place," he explores the historical connection between literature and the earth. Some essays are autobiographical, some argumentative; all are passionate. A must-have for Anaya fans and readers of Chicano literature, this book will also appeal to anyone eager to explore contemporary America through fresh eyes.
Copyright:
2009

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Book Quality:
Publisher Quality
Book Size:
344 Pages
ISBN-13:
9781480442856
Related ISBNs:
9780806140230
Publisher:
Open Road Media
Date of Addition:
Copyrighted By:
Rudolfo Anaya, Robert Con Davis-Undiano
Adult content:
No
Language:
English
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Categories:
Nonfiction, Biographies and Memoirs, Literature and Fiction, Social Studies
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This is a copyrighted book.
Foreword by:
Robert con Davis-Undiano

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