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Lengua Fresca: Latinos Writing on the Edge Trade paperback - 2006
by Augenbraum, Harold,Stavans, Ilan
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An entertaining, provocative and often exhilarating collection, this anthology celebrates some of the most original and cutting-edge work to emerge from the cultural collide that is Latino life in the United States.
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- Title Lengua Fresca: Latinos Writing on the Edge
- Author Augenbraum, Harold,Stavans, Ilan
- Binding Trade Paperback
- Condition Used - Very Good
- Pages 226
- Volumes 1
- Language ENG
- Publisher HarperVia
- Date 2006
- Illustrated Yes
- Features Illustrated, Table of Contents
- Bookseller's Inventory # 1004383
- ISBN 9780618656707 / 0618656707
- Weight 0.57 lbs (0.26 kg)
- Dimensions 8.16 x 5.54 x 0.65 in (20.73 x 14.07 x 1.65 cm)
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Themes
- Chronological Period: 21st Century
- Ethnic Orientation: Hispanic
- Ethnic Orientation: Latino
- Library of Congress subjects Hispanic Americans, American literature - 20th century
- Library of Congress Catalog Number 2006015357
- Dewey Decimal Code FIC
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Summary
Brazen, bold, edgy, and fresh: an unexpected take on Latino life, spotlighting some of the culture’s most exciting innovative and emerging voices.
An entertaining, provocative and often exhilarating collection, Lengua Fresca celebrates some of the most original and cutting-edge work to emerge from the cultural collide that is Latino life in the United States. Featuring an eclectic mix of Latino writingincluding fiction, journalism, essays, comics, and even cultural ephemerathis unique anthology showcases literature found in unexpected places. Selections include stories from Salvador Plascencia, Christina Henriquez, and Ana Menendez; graphic pieces from the Hernandez brothers (creators of the groundbreaking comix Love and Rockets) and Lalo Alcaraz (creator of La Cucaracha); and essays by Stephanie Elizondo Griest and Dagoberto Gilb on pop culture topics such as The George Lopez Show and Taco Bell. The growth of Spanglish, the lingua franca of Hispanic communities, is highlighted as well. Compiled by the editors of the classroom favorite Growing Up Latino, Lengua Fresca offers an unconventional window on a vibrant, quickly expanding culture.
An entertaining, provocative and often exhilarating collection, Lengua Fresca celebrates some of the most original and cutting-edge work to emerge from the cultural collide that is Latino life in the United States. Featuring an eclectic mix of Latino writingincluding fiction, journalism, essays, comics, and even cultural ephemerathis unique anthology showcases literature found in unexpected places. Selections include stories from Salvador Plascencia, Christina Henriquez, and Ana Menendez; graphic pieces from the Hernandez brothers (creators of the groundbreaking comix Love and Rockets) and Lalo Alcaraz (creator of La Cucaracha); and essays by Stephanie Elizondo Griest and Dagoberto Gilb on pop culture topics such as The George Lopez Show and Taco Bell. The growth of Spanglish, the lingua franca of Hispanic communities, is highlighted as well. Compiled by the editors of the classroom favorite Growing Up Latino, Lengua Fresca offers an unconventional window on a vibrant, quickly expanding culture.
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Citations
- Library Journal, 11/15/2006, Page 72