Bibliograph

Once upon a quinceañera, coming of age in the USA, Julia Alvarez

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Once upon a quinceañera, coming of age in the USA, Julia Alvarez

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (p. [277]-278)

Index

no index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Once upon a quinceañera

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

76835990

Responsibility statement

Julia Alvarez

Sub title

coming of age in the USA

Summary

The quinceañera, the fifteenth birthday celebration for a Latina girl, is quickly becoming an American event. This legendary party is a sight to behold: lavish ball gowns, extravagant catered meals, DJs, limousines, and multi-tiered cakes. The must-haves for a "quince" are becoming as numerous and costly as a prom or wedding. And yet, this elaborate ritual also hearkens back to traditions from native countries and communities, offering young Latinas a chance to connect with their heritage. Writer Alvarez explores this celebration that brings a Latina girl into womanhood, attending the quince of a young woman in Queens, and weaving in interviews with other quince girls, her own memories of coming of age as an immigrant, and the history of the custom itself. The result is an enlightening, accessible, and entertaining portrait of contemporary Latino culture.--From publisher description

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