Latino Folklore and Culture |
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Author:
| Palmer, Bill |
Series title: | Hispanic Americans: Major Minority Ser. |
ISBN: | 978-1-4222-9329-4 |
Publication Date: | Sep 2014 |
Publisher: | Mason Crest
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Book Format: | Ebook |
List Price: | Contact Supplier contact
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Book Description:
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What do a ghost story, a wise saying, and a holiday celebration all have in common? They are all part of Latino folklore. Latino folklore ties Hispanic Americans to their families and to the larger Hispanic community. Folklore tells Latinos who they are. Hispanic Americans come from many backgrounds--but they share many of the same stories, proverbs, and holidays. Discover Latino folklore--and understand a little better what it means to be a Hispanic American.
What do a ghost story, a wise saying, and a holiday celebration all have in common? They are all part of Latino folklore. Latino folklore ties Hispanic Americans to their families and to the larger Hispanic community. Folklore tells Latinos who they are. Hispanic Americans come from many backgrounds--but they share many of the same stories, proverbs, and holidays. Discover Latino folklore--and understand a little better what it means to be a Hispanic American.