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Guitars and Adobes, and the Uncollected Stories of Fray Anglico Chvez:,New
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Fray Anglico Chvez [born Manuel Ezequiel Chvez] (19101996) was one of New Mexico's foremost writers and intellectuals, with hundreds of poems, articles, plays, stories, and twentyfour books to his credit. In 1924, at the age of fourteen, he traveled from northern New Mexico to Ohio to study and train in the Franciscan Order, becoming the first native New Mexican to be ordained a Franciscan priest. This rare collection of writings combines Chvezs early fiction with his littleknown novel Guitars and Adobes, originally published in 193132 in serialized form. The novel presents an alternative Hispano vision to Willa Cathers famed Death Comes for the Archbishop. In both his writing and his art, this towering man of letters and the arts drew from his Catholic beliefs, his identity as a Hispano, and a rich well of creativity. A member of the Santa Fe writers group that included luminary figures such as D. H. Lawrence, Willa Cather, Alice Corbin, Mary Austin, and Witter Bynner, Chvez exchanged influence with his contemporaries during the heady times of the Santa Fe writers era of the 20s and 30s. Ellen McCracken, Chvezs biographer and an authority on his literary legacy, introduces the material with an essay that provides considerable insight into Chvez's creative and spiritual paths. Included in this collection are original lithographs made by noted New Mexico artist Gerald Cassidy and drawings by Chvez to illustrate the stories.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Guitars and Adobes'? A: 'Guitars and Adobes' explores the Hispano identity and culture through the lens of Fray Angélico Chávez's unique perspective as a writer and Franciscan priest.
- Q: Who is Fray Angélico Chávez? A: Fray Angélico Chávez was a prominent New Mexican writer and intellectual, known for his extensive body of work including poems, stories, and plays, as well as his contributions to the Franciscan Order.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is bound in hardcover, providing durability and a classic presentation.
- Q: When was 'Guitars and Adobes' published? A: 'Guitars and Adobes' was published on August 16, 2009.
- Q: How many pages are in the book? A: The book contains 202 pages.
- Q: Is there any artwork included in 'Guitars and Adobes'? A: Yes, the book includes original lithographs by New Mexico artist Gerald Cassidy and drawings by Chávez himself to illustrate the stories.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The item is listed as 'Very Good', indicating it is in excellent condition with minimal wear.
- Q: What is the significance of the novel's title, 'Guitars and Adobes'? A: The title reflects the cultural elements and artistic influences present in Chávez's writing, emphasizing the blend of music and architecture that characterizes New Mexico's heritage.
- Q: Who wrote the introduction for this collection? A: The introduction is written by Ellen McCracken, a biographer of Chávez and an expert on his literary contributions.
- Q: Does this book provide insight into Chávez's life and influences? A: Yes, the collection combines his writings with an essay that offers considerable insight into Chávez's creative and spiritual journey.