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Songs My Mother Sang to Me: An Oral History of Mexican American Women,Used
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Motivated by a love of her Mexican American heritage, Patricia Preciado Martin set out to document the lives and memories of the women of her mother's and grandmother's eras; for while the role of women in Southwest has begun to be chronicled, that of Hispanic women largely remains obscure. In Songs My Mother Sang to Me, she has preserved the oral histories of many of these women before they have been lost or forgotten.Martin's quest took her to ranches, mining towns, and cities throughout southern Arizona, for she sought to document as varied an experience of the contributions of Mexican American women as possible. The interviews covered family history and genealogy, childhood memories, secular and religious traditions, education, work and leisure, environment and living conditions, rites of passage, and personal values. Each of the ten oral histories reflects not only the spontaneity of the interview and personality of each individual, but also the friendship that grew between Martin and her subjects.Songs My Mother Sang to Me collects voices not often heard and brings to print accounts of social change never previously recorded. These women document more than the details of their own lives; in relating the histories of their ancestors and communities, they add to our knowledge of the culture and contributions of Mexican American people in the Southwest.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Songs My Mother Sang to Me'? A: The main theme of 'Songs My Mother Sang to Me' is the preservation of the oral histories and contributions of Mexican American women, highlighting their experiences and memories across generations.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The author of the book is Patricia Preciado Martin.
- Q: What type of book is 'Songs My Mother Sang to Me'? A: 'Songs My Mother Sang to Me' is an oral history collection documenting the lives of Mexican American women.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book has 224 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on July 1, 1992.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as 'New'.
- Q: What topics are covered in the interviews within the book? A: The interviews cover a range of topics including family history, childhood memories, traditions, education, work, and personal values.
- Q: Is this book suitable for research on Mexican American culture? A: Yes, this book is suitable for research as it documents firsthand accounts and experiences of Mexican American women, contributing to the understanding of their culture.
- Q: What format is the book available in? A: The book is available in paperback format.
- Q: Does the book include personal stories from the women interviewed? A: Yes, the book includes personal stories and oral histories that reflect the unique experiences of the women interviewed.