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Sandra Cisneros’s compilation delivers a keen, musical exploration of Mexican American experience through sharp, evocative poetry. The verses range from comic observations to deeply personal reflections, underscoring her mastery of language and cultural insight.
First publish date: 1987
Genre: Poetry/Contemporary Poetry
Authors: Sandra Cisneros
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