In addition to this Chicano Gothic class, I am currently enrolled in a Latino Religion and Spirituality class as well as a History of Latin America Class that focuses specifically on the Aztec’s to Spanish Conquest. While reading “Bless Me … Continue reading
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It’s difficult to determine whether Ultima is a witch or a curandera. This is because the answer depends on the definition that one gives for each term and the definitions are very similar. According to an article I found online … Continue reading
Bless Me, Ultima is a story that is strongly driven by the theme of identity. Within the theme of identity we see the clash between Chicana/o heritage and gothic culture. Antonio works as the subject from which the readers/audience observe … Continue reading
C-Span Interview with Rudolfo Anaya I discovered this interview with the author of Bless Me, Ultima, Rudolfo Anaya. Anaya was born and grew up in Alburquerque, New Mexico and wrote the book in the 1960s when he was teaching. This was of … Continue reading
In Bless Me, Ultima, we find Antonio constantly seeking answers throughout the story. He wants to know anything and everything, which is common for young boys his age. He yearns to know about Ultima’s powers, and how she cures the … Continue reading
Image courtesy of: Adventure Insider Worldwide. Jemez River East Fork. In many ways, Bless me Ultima represents a rupture for Antonio from a safe, nurtured life with his family (especially his mother) to an outside world full of uncertainty … Continue reading
The manner in which Ultima begins (with an Older Antonio recalling his youth) reminds me of Calligraphy and Concepcion #chst332 — Andrew Armstrong (@AndrewAarmstr7) February 3, 2014 Miss Maestas changed Antonio's name to Anthony. I saw this happen a lot … Continue reading
For Monday, read Bless Me, Ultima by Rudolfo Anaya and “The Rise of the American Gothic” by Eric Savoy. (on Readings page) In the comments below, discuss elements of gothicness and Chicana/o-ness that you see in the text. Would you … Continue reading