Part 1 of Essay
The novel Bless Me, Ultima, is a classic tale based upon Mexican- American culture and folklore. The author, Rudolfo Anaya uses Mexican names and Spanish words to give the reader a true sense of the Latin culture. The story is based around young Antonio who was coming of age at the conclusion of World War II. His family ....

Part 2 of Essay
.... came from the plains. His family was restless and nomadic, and inclined to be rootless and adventurous. They lived off the land. The family led a simple life, and believed that by worshipping the land it would provide for them. To be happy and prosperous one did not need the comfort of towns or advantages of education, one only needed the vast open plains of the llano. Gabriel's wife encouraged him to give up the wild lifestyle and move into town where they could build a family together. He did this but ....