About the Book
As a Latina educator, poet, mother, lecturer, and native of El
Paso, Texas, Pat Mora is a denizen of nepantla—a Nahuatl word
meaning "the land in the middle." In her first collection of
essays, Mora negotiates the middle land’s many terrains exploring
the personal issues and political responsibilities she faces as a
woman of color in the United States. She explores both the
preservation of her own Mexican American culture and her
encounters with other cultures.
Highlighted Reviews
"Mora seduces us through her eye/I. She sees and writes the
convincing story that otro modo de ser is possible."—Norma
Alarcón, UC Berkeley
"Mora’s essays move gracefully from grading papers to dances of
the heart, from El Paso deserts to Cincinnati to Puerto Vallarta
to Pakistan, from women’s world’s of every day life to wolf woman
and fierce mother. Always matter-of fact and close to the earth,
she inspires reverence for mundane life, human diversity, and
creativity."—Renato Rosaldo, Stanford University
"Mora may ruffle feathers of those less intellectually and
politically honest. I wish more of us were willing to do so."
— Krista Comer, Western American Literature
"Mora's voice is a welcomed addition to the growing chorus of Latina writers...What she has to say should reward anyone who appreciates the interesting, well-written essay."
— Booklist
"Although its intended audience is general, this collection could be useful for educators and serve as a source of encouragement to others who, like the author, consider themselves "in the middle."
— Library Journal
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