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Antonio's Gun and Delfino's Dream: True Tales of Mexican Migration,Used
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Sam Quinones's first book, True Tales From Another Mexico, was acclaimed for the way it peered into the corners of that country for its larger truths and complexities. Antonio's Gun and Delfino's Dream, Quinones's second collection of nonfiction tales, does the same for one of the most important issues of our times: the migration of Mexicans to the United States.Quinones has covered the world of Mexican immigrants for the last thirteen yearsfrom Chicago to Oaxaca, Michoacan to southeast Los Angeles, Tijuana to Texas. Along the way, he has uncovered stories that help illuminate all that Mexicans seek when they come north, how they change their new country, and are changed by it.Here are the stories of the Henry Ford of velvet painting in Ciudad Juarez, the emergence of opera in Tijuana, the bizarre goingson in the L.A. suburb of South Gate, and of the drugaddled colonies of Old World German Mennonites in Chihuahua. Through it all winds the tale of Delfino Juarez, a young construction worker, and modernday Huckleberry Finn, who had to leave his village to change it.
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- Q: What is the main topic of 'Antonio's Gun and Delfino's Dream'? A: The book focuses on the migration of Mexicans to the United States, exploring personal stories that highlight their experiences and the impact of migration on both individuals and society.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Sam Quinones, who has spent years covering the lives of Mexican immigrants.
- Q: What type of book is 'Antonio's Gun and Delfino's Dream'? A: It is a nonfiction collection of true stories, providing insights into the complexities of Mexican migration.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 326 pages.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is listed as 'New'.
- Q: When was 'Antonio's Gun and Delfino's Dream' published? A: The book was published on May 16, 2007.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is a hardcover edition.
- Q: Does the book include any specific stories or case studies? A: Yes, it includes various stories such as those of the 'Henry Ford of velvet painting' in Ciudad Juarez and the emergence of opera in Tijuana.
- Q: Is this book suitable for individuals interested in Mexican culture? A: Yes, the book provides deep insights into Mexican culture and the experiences of immigrants, making it suitable for readers interested in these topics.
- Q: What themes are explored in the book? A: Themes of migration, identity, cultural change, and the stories of individuals striving for a better life are explored in the book.