{"product_id":"the-greenwood-encyclopedia-of-latino-literature-3-volumes","title":"The Greenwood Encyclopedia of Latino Literature: [3 Volumes]","description":"\n\u003ctable align=\"center\" border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"2\" cellspacing=\"0\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"productDetailSmallElements\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePreface\u003cbr\u003eIntroduction\u003cbr\u003eGuide to Related Topics\u003cbr\u003eAlphabetical Entries\u003cbr\u003eBibliography\u003cbr\u003eAdvisory Board: Recovering the U.S. Hispanic Literary Heritage\u003cbr\u003eContributors\u003cbr\u003eIndex\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMarc Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tIncludes bibliographical references and index.;v. 1. A-F -- v. 2. G-P -- v. 3. Q-Z.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBiographical Note\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNicolás Kanellos\u003c\/b\u003e is Brown Foundation Professor of Hispanic Studies at the University of Houston and the founding publisher of both \n\u003ci\u003eThe Americas Review\u003c\/i\u003e and \n\u003ci\u003eArte Público Press\u003c\/i\u003e. Professor Kanellos is also the director of a major national research program, Recovering the U.S. Hispanic Literary Heritage Project. His many books include \n\u003ci\u003eHispanic Literature of the United States: A Comprehensive Reference\u003c\/i\u003e (Greenwood, 2003).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReview Quotes\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"This is a remarkably compelling, thought-provoking, and readable reference set that belongs in all academic libraries as well as all good-sized public libraries.\" --\u003ci\u003eLibrary Journal\u003c\/i\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\"Greenwood has the edge in visual appeal, given its inclusion of many black-and-white author photographs... Academically, Greenwood provides more heft, not only in its sheer number of pages, but also through its lengthy essays that analyze related themes, movements, and historical events.' - Reviewed with Encyclopedia of HIspanic-American Literature (Facts on File).\" -- \n\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\"... this survey comprehensively covers the iconic figures, events and writes of Hispanic literature in the United States. This outstanding guide is recommended for all libraries serving a Latino population or supporting the study of Hispanic literature.\" -- \n\u003ci\u003eLawrence Looks at Books\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\"In this encyclopedia, a project of the Recovering the U.S. Hispanic Literary Heritage program, well respected \n\u003cbr\u003eHispanic scholar, publisher, and editor Kanellos brings together hundreds of entries on Latino authors as well as concepts, themes, movements, genres, events, and organizations that have shaped this literature from colonial times to the present. Aiming to cover the broad spectrum that is Latino literature, more than 700 entries range from a single paragraph to several pages, and each is written in a style that is not only accessible to those with a passing interest but also provides enough information for a comprehensive understanding of the topic and its importance. ... The Greenwood Encyclopedia of Latino Literature provides important information for scholars and general readers alike and is an excellent addition to public and academic libraries.\" -- \n\u003ci\u003eBooklist\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\"This set covers authors (Lucia Parsons, Rudolfo Anaya, José Martí), genres (prison literature), themes (barrio, Hispanic identity), styles (Nuyorican, Cuban, African), events (Operation Wetback, Mexican Revolution), publishers (Arte Público, Gráfico), and issues (repatriation, bilingualism) beginning in colonial times. Among 700 entries compiled by 60 scholars, 'orality' describes the preservation of dialect in text. 'La Llorona' provides a feminist overview, ties to authors and Frida Kahlo's paintings, and three citations for further reading. 'Américo Paredes' comprises North American ethnography and Chicano activism. Illustrations--a wanted poster for Joaquin Murrieta and photos of Californio singers and Texas Rangers displaying bandit corpses--enhance the entry 'corrido.' Folklore incorporates bilingual songs, games, riddles, proverbs, and Arawak mythology...Recommended. Lower-level undergraduates and above; general readers.\" -- \n\u003ci\u003eChoice\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\"The writing style of entries is accessible and even provides English translations of literary titles and terms that are written in Spanish. Special features of the encyclopedia include a comprehensive list of entries at the beginning of each volume, numerous cross references throughout, and a comprehensive index in Volume Three. Black and white captioned photographs are included with many entries. This will be a welcome addition for secondary school, public, and academic libraries.\" -- \n\u003ci\u003eLibrary Media Connection\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\". . . offers more in-depth coverage of historical and cultural events and topics that have influenced Latino authors. . . . the coverage of additional authors as well as the many scholarly topical essays provided in \n\u003ci\u003eThe Greenwood Encyclopedia \u003c\/i\u003emakes this set a worthwhile additional purchase for those libraries that already own \n\u003ci\u003eLatino and Latina Writers\u003c\/i\u003e. . . . all academic and larger public libraries should purchase both \n\u003ci\u003eLatino and Latina Writers\u003c\/i\u003e and \n\u003ci\u003eThe Greenwood Encyclopedia of Latino Literature\u003c\/i\u003e.\" -- \n\u003ci\u003eReference \u0026amp; User Services Quarterly\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\" \n\u003ci\u003eThe Greenwood Encyclopedia of Latino Literature \u003c\/i\u003ewill be most useful in public libraries and as a springboard for further study in undergraduate libraries.\" -- \n\u003ci\u003eARBA\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\"I found the work entertaining, as well as highly informative and would recommend it for high school and college collections, along with public libraries seeking to expand their holdings in a field that will grow exponentially with the fast-growing Latino population.\" -- \n\u003ci\u003eCatholic Library World\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\". . . this three volume encyclopedia provides an invaluable additional contribution to the scholarship of Hispanic literature. . . . \n\u003ci\u003eThe Greenwood Encyclopedia of Latino Literature\u003c\/i\u003e is highly recommended for academic and public libraries.\" -- \n\u003ci\u003eReference Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrief Description\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrom East L.A. to the barrios of New York City and the Cuban neighborhoods of Miami, Latino literature, or literature written by Hispanic peoples of the United States, is the written word of North America's vibrant Latino communities. Emerging from the fusion of Spanish, North American, and African cultures, it has always been part of the American mosaic. Written for students and general readers, this encyclopedia surveys the vast landscape of Latino literature from the colonial era to the present. Aiming to be as broad and inclusive as possible, the encyclopedia covers all of native North American Latino literature as well as that created by authors originating in virtually every country of Spanish America and Spain. Included are more than 700 alphabetically arranged entries written by roughly 60 expert contributors. While most of the entries are on writers, such as Julia Alvarez, Sandra Cisneros, Lorna Dee Cervantes, Oscar Hijuelos, and Piri Thomas, others cover genres, ethnic and national literatures, movements, historical topics and events, themes, concepts, associations and organizations, and publishers and magazines. Special attention is given to the cultural, political, social, and historical contexts in which Latino literature has developed. Entries cite works for further reading, and the encyclopedia closes with a selected, general bibliography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEntries cite works for further reading, and the encyclopedia closes with a selected, general bibliography. The encyclopedia gives special attention to the social, cultural, historical, and political contexts of Latino literature, thus making it an ideal tool to help students use literature to learn about history and cultural diversity.\u003cbr\u003eIncluded are more than 700 alphabetically arranged entries written by roughly 60 expert contributors. While most of the entries are on individual writers, others cover themes, concepts, genres, historical events and topics, movements, associations and organizations, ethnic and national literatures, and publishers and magazines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher Marketing\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom East L.A. to the barrios of New York City and the Cuban neighborhoods of Miami, Latino literature, or literature written by Hispanic peoples of the United States, is the written word of North America's vibrant Latino communities. Emerging from the fusion of Spanish, North American, and African cultures, it has always been part of the American mosaic. Written for students and general readers, this encyclopedia surveys the vast landscape of Latino literature from the colonial era to the present. Aiming to be as broad and inclusive as possible, the encyclopedia covers all of native North American Latino literature as well as that created by authors originating in virtually every country of Spanish America and Spain. Included are more than 700 alphabetically arranged entries written by roughly 60 expert contributors. While most of the entries are on writers, such as Julia Alvarez, Sandra Cisneros, Lorna Dee Cervantes, Oscar Hijuelos, and Piri Thomas, others cover genres, ethnic and national literatures, movements, historical topics and events, themes, concepts, associations and organizations, and publishers and magazines. Special attention is given to the cultural, political, social, and historical contexts in which Latino literature has developed. 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The encyclopedia gives special attention to the social, cultural, historical, and political contexts of Latino literature, thus making it an ideal tool to help students use literature to learn about history and cultural diversity. \n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReview Citations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"italic\"\u003eLibrary Journal\u003c\/span\u003e 01\/15\/2009 pg. 128 (EAN 9780313339707, Hardcover)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"italic\"\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/span\u003e 02\/01\/2009 pg. 66 (EAN 9780313339707, Hardcover)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"italic\"\u003eReference and Research Bk News\u003c\/span\u003e 11\/01\/2008 pg. 271 (EAN 9780313339707, Hardcover)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"italic\"\u003eBooklist\u003c\/span\u003e 03\/15\/2009 pg. 76 (EAN 9780313339707, Hardcover)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"italic\"\u003eChoice\u003c\/span\u003e 01\/01\/2009 (EAN 9780313339707, Hardcover)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"italic\"\u003eLibrary Journal Supplements\u003c\/span\u003e 11\/15\/2008 pg. 50 (EAN 9780313339707, Hardcover)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContributor Bio:\u003c\/strong\u003eKanellos, Nicolás\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNicolás Kanellos\u003c\/b\u003e is Brown Foundation Professor of Hispanic Studies at the University of Houston and the founding publisher of both \u003ci\u003eThe Americas Review\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eArte Público Press\u003c\/i\u003e. 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