Reframing Latin America

Providing an extensive introduction to cultural studies in general, regardless of chronological or geographic focus, and presenting provocative, essential readings from Latin American writers of the last two centuries,Reframing Latin Americabrings much-needed accessibility to the concepts of cultura...

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Main Authors ERIK CHING, CHRISTINA BUCKLEY, ANGÉLICA LOZANO-ALONSO
Format eBook
LanguageEnglish
Published University of Texas Press 03.06.2009
Subjects
Civilization
Culture
History
History and criticism
Latin America
Postmodernism
Spanish American literature
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Summary:Providing an extensive introduction to cultural studies in general, regardless of chronological or geographic focus, and presenting provocative, essential readings from Latin American writers of the last two centuries,Reframing Latin Americabrings much-needed accessibility to the concepts of cultural studies and postmodernism. From Saussure to semiotics, the authors begin by demystifying terminology, then guide readers through five identity constructs, including nation, race, and gender. The readings that follow are presented with insightful commentary and encompass such themes as "Civilized Folk Marry the Barbarians" (including José Martí's "Our America") and "Boom Goes the Literature: Magical Realism as the True Latin America?" (featuring Elena Garro's essay "It's the Fault of the Tlaxcaltecas"). Films such asLike Water for Chocolateare discussed in-depth as well. The result is a lively, interdisciplinary guide for theorists and novices alike.
ISBN:9780292709331
0292709331