Readings on Assimilation

"Whatever their point of origin, Latinos have worked, learned, laughed, and dreamed here, and they have recorded their manifold experience in literary form. . . . Entering the imaginative landscape of these writers will spark passionate responses from readers who are prepared to read, think, and discuss."

—Ilan Stavans, Lewis-Sebring Professor of Latin-American and Latino Culture, Amherst College

A Latino National Conversation: Readings on Assimilation is a new anthology of writings that illuminate Latinos' experience in forming identity in the United States. Written in English, the memoirs, stories, and poems in the collection reflect various cultural backgrounds and aspirations, and span several generations.

The anthology includes selections by authors such as Julia Alvarez, Martín Espada, Oscar Hijuelos, and Richard Rodriguez. (Read the table of contents.) Each selection is accompanied by questions for Shared Inquiry discussion and author biographies. Readings on Assimilation is ideal for high school and college students, as well as for adult readers interested in exploring the rich body of Latino literature.

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A Latino National Conversation: Readings on Assimilation was published with support from Sempra Energy Trading.