Latino Literature: A Guide to Reading Interests (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781591582922)

Latinos comprise the fastest-growing population in the U.S., and that means more Latino readers at the library. In addition, works written by Latinos, whether written in or translated into English, have become a vibrant and growing body of literature that is of great interest to all readers as well as literary scholars. Yet, there are few tools to guide readers and the professionals who work with them through this expanding terrain.

The primary purpose of this guide is to help readers and those who advise them find enjoyable leisure reading material. Focusing on popular works by Latino authors, i.e. U.S. authors of Latino heritage; and authors from Latin American countries or Spain, the book organizes and describes approximately 750 titles by genre, subgenre and theme, providing readers with lists of like reads.

Complete bibliographic information is provided for each title, along with a concise plot summary, a subject list, award information, a brief quote from the book, and a list of similar reads.

Other features of the guide include an introduction to Latino literature, a discussion of RA services in a multicultural society, trends in Latino publishing, and a discussion of pertinent ethnic terminology. In addition, you'll find guidelines for selection of Latino Literature, information sources, publishers, and organizations and societies. Further access is provided by indexes to authors, titles, subjects, character names, and settings .

Author: Sara E. Mart?ez
ISBN-10: 159158292X
ISBN-13: 9781591582922
Publisher: Libraries Unlimited
Language: English
Published: 08/25/2009
Pages: 388
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.17lbs
Size: 10.06h x 7.20w x 1.17d

Review Citation(s):
LJ Best Reference Sources 11/15/2009 pg. 36
Voice of Youth Advocates 02/01/2010 - Recommended - Better Than Most
Booklist 02/01/2010 pg. 71
Reference and Research Bk News 11/01/2009 pg. 301