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
Yearly Archives: 2014
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
Monday, February 10, class will not meet. Instead, you will meet with Dr. Perez in her office (UH 4418) to talk about your plans for the class project. Please be on time and bring a page or two summary of … 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
Thank you so much for entering into the spirit of this. A reminder: you always have the option of doing the 12-15 page paper for the course. However, based on your work so far, I’m interested in any projects you … 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
For Wednesday we’re going to continue our discussion of Calligraphy of the Witch, with a visit and presentation by Professor Alicia Gaspar de Alba, the author of the book. Bring your questions, thoughts on the novel as Chicana/o gothic. (Check … Continue reading
I hope you’re enjoying the book. Please finish reading it by Monday, January 27. The author, Alicia Gaspar de Alba, will be part of our class discussion on Wednesday, January 29. For Monday, write a response to the novel. Look … Continue reading