Saddling La Gringa

Gatekeeping in Literature by Contemporary Latina Writers

Autor*innen

• Phillipa Kafka

Parameter

• 188 Seiten
• 7 Lesestunden

• Karten & Reisen
• Kunst & Kultur
• Über Literatur

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The book explores the dual oppression faced by Latinas in the United States, stemming from both their ethnic identity and gender within a patriarchal Latino culture. It examines how cultural mechanisms perpetuate these power dynamics, highlighting the significance of female cultural gatekeepers in the works of contemporary Latina authors. Through this lens, the text delves into the intersection of ethnicity and gender, providing insights into the unique challenges and narratives of Latina women in literature.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2000
• Einband: Hardcover