Voices In the First Person: Reflections On Latino Identity
School year: Year 10, Year 8, Year 9
No. of pages 96
Published: 2008
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"Voices In the First Person: Reflections On Latino Identity" by Lori Marie Carlson is a compelling anthology that captures the diverse experiences, perspectives, and stories of Latino individuals in America. Through personal narratives, the book explores the complexities of identity, heritage, and culture, offering insights into the challenges and triumphs faced by the Latino community. Each contribution serves as a powerful testament to resilience and the search for belonging, weaving together themes of family, language, and the struggle for recognition. This collection invites readers to engage deeply with the multifaceted nature of Latino identity and the rich tapestry of voices that define it. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is the winner of numerous awards
This book is aimed at children at US 7th grade+.
This book has been graded for interest at 12 years.
There are 96 pages in this book. This book was published in 2008 by Simon & Schuster .
Lori Marie Carlson is the author of two novels, two landmark bilingual poetry anthologies, and many other young adult and children's books. Oscar Hijuelos is a first-generation Cuban American and the first Latino to win the Pulitzer Prize for fiction. He has written six novels, the most recent of which is A Simple Habana Melody. They live in New York City.
This book has been nominated for the following award:
Americas Award
The Americas Award is an annual literary award that recognizes and celebrates outstanding literature for children and young adults that authentically and engagingly portrays Latin America, the Caribbean, or Latinx culture in the United States. The award was established in 1993 by the Consortium of Latin American Studies Programs (CLASP) at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.