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El Lector: A History of the Cigar Factory Reader (LLILAS Translations from Latin America Series),Used
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The practice of reading aloud has a long history, and the tradition still survives in Cuba as a hardwon right deeply embedded in cigar factory workers' culture. In El Lector, Araceli Tinajero deftly traces the evolution of the reader from nineteenthcentury Cuba to the present and its eventual dissemination to Tampa, Key West, Puerto Rico, and Mexico. In interviews with presentday and retired readers, she records testimonies that otherwise would have been lost forever, creating a valuable archive for future historians.Through a close examination of journals, newspapers, and personal interviews, Tinajero relates how the reading was organized, how the readers and readings were selected, and how the process affected the relationship between workers and factory owners. Because of the reader, cigar factory workers were far more cultured and in touch with the political currents of the day than other workers. But it was not only the reading material, which provided political and literary information that yielded selfeducation, that influenced the workers; the act of being read to increased the discipline and timing of the artisan's job.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'El Lector'? A: 'El Lector' focuses on the history and cultural significance of reading aloud in cigar factories in Cuba, detailing how this tradition shaped the lives of workers and their political awareness.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'El Lector' is Araceli Tinajero, who conducts interviews and research to document the history of readers in Cuban cigar factories.
- Q: How many pages does 'El Lector' have? A: 'El Lector' has a total of 300 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'El Lector' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'El Lector' published? A: 'El Lector' was published on February 1, 2010.
- Q: Is this book suitable for history enthusiasts? A: 'El Lector' is highly suitable for history enthusiasts, particularly those interested in cultural history and the socio-political dynamics of Cuba.
- Q: Does 'El Lector' include personal interviews? A: Yes, 'El Lector' includes personal interviews with both current and retired readers, documenting their experiences and insights.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from 'El Lector'? A: Readers can expect to learn about the evolution of the reader in cigar factories, the organization of readings, and the impact on workers' culture and education.
- Q: Is 'El Lector' a part of any series? A: 'El Lector' is part of the LLILAS Translations from Latin America Series.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'El Lector'? A: 'El Lector' explores themes of culture, education, labor history, and the relationship between workers and factory owners in the context of the cigar industry.