Author: Abelardo
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : American poetry
Languages : en
Pages : 88
Book Description
Under the Skirt of Lady Justice
Author: Abelardo
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : American poetry
Languages : en
Pages : 88
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : American poetry
Languages : en
Pages : 88
Book Description
Here Lies Lalo
Author: Abelardo "Lalo" Delgado
Publisher: Arte Publico Press
ISBN: 1558856943
Category : Poetry
Languages : en
Pages : 224
Book Description
"Stupid America, remember that chicanito / flunking math and English / he is the Picasso / of your western states / but he will die / with one thousand masterpieces / hanging only from his mind." In his poem, "Stupid America," Chicano activist poet Abelardo "Lalo" Delgado decries the lack of opportunity faced by his people: children let down by the educational system; artists and poets unable to express their creativity. "That chicano / with a big knife / he doesn't want to knife you / he wants to sit down on a bench / and carve … / but you won't let him." Known as the "poet laureate de Aztlán" and called "the grandfather of Chicano literature" in his 2004 obituary in The New York Times, Delgado used his words to fight for justice and equal opportunity for people of Mexican descent living in the United States. A twelve-year-old when he emigrated from northern Mexico to El Paso, Texas, Delgado's development as a poet and writer coincided with the Chicano Civil Rights movement, and so his poems both reflect the suffering of the oppressed and are a call to action. "We want to let america know that she / belongs to us as much as we belong in turn to her / by now we have learned to talk / and want to be in good speaking terms / with all that is america." Available for the first time to mainstream audiences, Delgado's poems included in this landmark volume were written between 1969 and 2001, and are in Spanish, English, and a combination of both languages. While many of his poems protest mistreatment and discrimination, especially as experienced by farm workers, many others focus on love of family and for the land and traditions of his people. Delgado wrote and self-published 14 books of poetry—none of which are available today—and five of them are included in this long-awaited volume. These poems by a pioneering Chicano poet and revolutionary are a must-read for anyone interested in the Chicano Civil Rights movement and the origins of Chicano literature.
Publisher: Arte Publico Press
ISBN: 1558856943
Category : Poetry
Languages : en
Pages : 224
Book Description
"Stupid America, remember that chicanito / flunking math and English / he is the Picasso / of your western states / but he will die / with one thousand masterpieces / hanging only from his mind." In his poem, "Stupid America," Chicano activist poet Abelardo "Lalo" Delgado decries the lack of opportunity faced by his people: children let down by the educational system; artists and poets unable to express their creativity. "That chicano / with a big knife / he doesn't want to knife you / he wants to sit down on a bench / and carve … / but you won't let him." Known as the "poet laureate de Aztlán" and called "the grandfather of Chicano literature" in his 2004 obituary in The New York Times, Delgado used his words to fight for justice and equal opportunity for people of Mexican descent living in the United States. A twelve-year-old when he emigrated from northern Mexico to El Paso, Texas, Delgado's development as a poet and writer coincided with the Chicano Civil Rights movement, and so his poems both reflect the suffering of the oppressed and are a call to action. "We want to let america know that she / belongs to us as much as we belong in turn to her / by now we have learned to talk / and want to be in good speaking terms / with all that is america." Available for the first time to mainstream audiences, Delgado's poems included in this landmark volume were written between 1969 and 2001, and are in Spanish, English, and a combination of both languages. While many of his poems protest mistreatment and discrimination, especially as experienced by farm workers, many others focus on love of family and for the land and traditions of his people. Delgado wrote and self-published 14 books of poetry—none of which are available today—and five of them are included in this long-awaited volume. These poems by a pioneering Chicano poet and revolutionary are a must-read for anyone interested in the Chicano Civil Rights movement and the origins of Chicano literature.
Lady Justice
Author: Tom Scorza
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 0595088546
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 218
Book Description
Gina Gallagher, a beautiful federal prosecutor in Chicago, becomes the target of an assassination plot by Colombian narcotics traffickers. The hitmen sent to kill Gina miss her, but brutally murder her trial partner and his wife. Gina is determined to run the investigation into the two murders, but U.S. Attorney John Malone and his first assistant, Jane Newhart, won't allow it. They are afraid Gina will find out that they and U.S. Marshall George Norton failed to act on a tip that there would be an attempted hit on a prosecutor. Gina turns to Chicago homicide detective Moe Ryan, who was her deceased father's police partner. Gina and Moe—working within the law and at its edge—quickly reach a dead end. Gina's break comes when she receives a tip from Frank Spello, an undercover FBI "mole" working as the right-hand man of Chicago mafia boss Sal "the Joker" Licata. Gina and Frank fall in love. After Frank learns that Gina's superiors are engaged in a coverup, he joins Gina in an elaborate plan to bust the Colombian bad guys. When those plans go awry, Gina is confronted with a painful choice between the law and justice.
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 0595088546
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 218
Book Description
Gina Gallagher, a beautiful federal prosecutor in Chicago, becomes the target of an assassination plot by Colombian narcotics traffickers. The hitmen sent to kill Gina miss her, but brutally murder her trial partner and his wife. Gina is determined to run the investigation into the two murders, but U.S. Attorney John Malone and his first assistant, Jane Newhart, won't allow it. They are afraid Gina will find out that they and U.S. Marshall George Norton failed to act on a tip that there would be an attempted hit on a prosecutor. Gina turns to Chicago homicide detective Moe Ryan, who was her deceased father's police partner. Gina and Moe—working within the law and at its edge—quickly reach a dead end. Gina's break comes when she receives a tip from Frank Spello, an undercover FBI "mole" working as the right-hand man of Chicago mafia boss Sal "the Joker" Licata. Gina and Frank fall in love. After Frank learns that Gina's superiors are engaged in a coverup, he joins Gina in an elaborate plan to bust the Colombian bad guys. When those plans go awry, Gina is confronted with a painful choice between the law and justice.
Lady Justice Gets Lei'd
Author: Robert Thornhill
Publisher: Tate Publishing
ISBN: 1617771163
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 284
Book Description
Lady Justice never takes a break-not even for weddings or vacations. And that means Walt Williams is back at it Walt and his sweetheart, Maggie McBride, are finally going to tie the knot. But getting to the big day is an adventure in itself. Walt finds himself wondering if it's even a good idea to get married at the age of sixty-seven. After all, he and Maggie are both set in their ways. Can they learn to share a living space and a life together? Walt isn't so sure, until another mystery comes his way. When Walt and Maggie are told by a Hawaiian historian that they will someday go to Hawaii to serve a purpose, they're not sure what to think. When that same historian is murdered, as well as his brother, Walt can't help but wonder what his connection to this case is. What's in store for him this time? He and Maggie feel the pull to Hawaii, and it's off they go to say 'I do.' Their best pals Mary and Willie are along for the comical ride. Just getting to Hawaii with these two in tow is an adventure But this won't be a quiet vacation. Walt and Maggie do have a purpose in Hawaii, and it's time to fulfill it. Ancient artifacts, political zealots, and a tiny lizard drag the honeymooners and their friends from their posh hotel into more sticky situations. Lady Justice always needs a hand The characters that readers have come to love have returned to tickle your funny bone with their crazy antics. Join them and a surprising new addition to the cast for off-the-wall humor and intriguing mystery in the third installment of Robert Thornhill's compelling series, and see what happens when Lady Justice Gets Lei'd.
Publisher: Tate Publishing
ISBN: 1617771163
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 284
Book Description
Lady Justice never takes a break-not even for weddings or vacations. And that means Walt Williams is back at it Walt and his sweetheart, Maggie McBride, are finally going to tie the knot. But getting to the big day is an adventure in itself. Walt finds himself wondering if it's even a good idea to get married at the age of sixty-seven. After all, he and Maggie are both set in their ways. Can they learn to share a living space and a life together? Walt isn't so sure, until another mystery comes his way. When Walt and Maggie are told by a Hawaiian historian that they will someday go to Hawaii to serve a purpose, they're not sure what to think. When that same historian is murdered, as well as his brother, Walt can't help but wonder what his connection to this case is. What's in store for him this time? He and Maggie feel the pull to Hawaii, and it's off they go to say 'I do.' Their best pals Mary and Willie are along for the comical ride. Just getting to Hawaii with these two in tow is an adventure But this won't be a quiet vacation. Walt and Maggie do have a purpose in Hawaii, and it's time to fulfill it. Ancient artifacts, political zealots, and a tiny lizard drag the honeymooners and their friends from their posh hotel into more sticky situations. Lady Justice always needs a hand The characters that readers have come to love have returned to tickle your funny bone with their crazy antics. Join them and a surprising new addition to the cast for off-the-wall humor and intriguing mystery in the third installment of Robert Thornhill's compelling series, and see what happens when Lady Justice Gets Lei'd.
Lady Justice and the Lost Tapes
Author: Robert Thornhill
Publisher: Tate Publishing
ISBN: 1617393851
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 224
Book Description
Most men retire and take it easy at age sixty-six-but not Walter Williams He's busy fighting crime and giving Lady Justice a helping hand. In Lady Justice and the Lost Tapes, Walt and his band of scrappy seniors continue their battle against the forces of evil. When an entire eastside Kansas City neighborhood is terrorized by the mob, Walt has to go undercover to help solve the case, but he certainly doesn't want to Why? Well, the clues they need can only be found at a gay club and a transvestite bar. Why is Captain Short always volunteering Walt for these jobs? Later, the amazing discovery of a previously unknown recording session by a deceased rock 'n' roll idol stuns the music industry. But what should be a joyous occasion soon turns dark as lives are threatened, and Walt's going to have to take some courageous leaps to save the day. All of your favorite characters, along with two lovable additions, are back to help Walt in his quest for justice in ways you can't imagine. Can they do it again? Can they take down the Italian mob and keep the tapes and their owners safe from harm while dealing with a new member of the group who won't stop joking? Their adventures and misadventures are sure to keep you captivated-and splitting your sides
Publisher: Tate Publishing
ISBN: 1617393851
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 224
Book Description
Most men retire and take it easy at age sixty-six-but not Walter Williams He's busy fighting crime and giving Lady Justice a helping hand. In Lady Justice and the Lost Tapes, Walt and his band of scrappy seniors continue their battle against the forces of evil. When an entire eastside Kansas City neighborhood is terrorized by the mob, Walt has to go undercover to help solve the case, but he certainly doesn't want to Why? Well, the clues they need can only be found at a gay club and a transvestite bar. Why is Captain Short always volunteering Walt for these jobs? Later, the amazing discovery of a previously unknown recording session by a deceased rock 'n' roll idol stuns the music industry. But what should be a joyous occasion soon turns dark as lives are threatened, and Walt's going to have to take some courageous leaps to save the day. All of your favorite characters, along with two lovable additions, are back to help Walt in his quest for justice in ways you can't imagine. Can they do it again? Can they take down the Italian mob and keep the tapes and their owners safe from harm while dealing with a new member of the group who won't stop joking? Their adventures and misadventures are sure to keep you captivated-and splitting your sides
Enduring Legacies
Author: Arturo J. Aldama
Publisher: University Press of Colorado
ISBN: 145710959X
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 441
Book Description
Traditional accounts of Colorado's history often reflect an Anglocentric perspective that begins with the 1859 Pikes Peak Gold Rush and Colorado's establishment as a state in 1876. Enduring Legacies expands the study of Colorado's past and present by adopting a borderlands perspective that emphasizes the multiplicity of peoples who have inhabited this region. Addressing the dearth of scholarship on the varied communities within Colorado-a zone in which collisions structured by forces of race, nation, class, gender, and sexuality inevitably lead to the transformation of cultures and the emergence of new identities-this volume is the first to bring together comparative scholarship on historical and contemporary issues that span groups from Chicanas and Chicanos to African Americans to Asian Americans. This book will be relevant to students, academics, and general readers interested in Colorado history and ethnic studies.
Publisher: University Press of Colorado
ISBN: 145710959X
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 441
Book Description
Traditional accounts of Colorado's history often reflect an Anglocentric perspective that begins with the 1859 Pikes Peak Gold Rush and Colorado's establishment as a state in 1876. Enduring Legacies expands the study of Colorado's past and present by adopting a borderlands perspective that emphasizes the multiplicity of peoples who have inhabited this region. Addressing the dearth of scholarship on the varied communities within Colorado-a zone in which collisions structured by forces of race, nation, class, gender, and sexuality inevitably lead to the transformation of cultures and the emergence of new identities-this volume is the first to bring together comparative scholarship on historical and contemporary issues that span groups from Chicanas and Chicanos to African Americans to Asian Americans. This book will be relevant to students, academics, and general readers interested in Colorado history and ethnic studies.
Blind Justice
Author: Gwen Hernandez
Publisher: Gwen Hernandez
ISBN: 0991607341
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 219
Book Description
A sexy bodyguard. A high-maintenance city girl. Sometimes opposites attract…a killer. When Tara Fujimoto’s quest to avenge her sister’s death makes her a target, a sexy security specialist steps in to watch her back, but his quiet appeal threatens her carefully guarded heart. Can she resist their lightning-hot attraction, and stay alive long enough to expose her enemy? Former military special operator Jeff Patarava has good reasons to keep his distance from his impossibly perfect coworker, but when her life is threatened, his resolve is shot to hell. Forced into close proximity, sparks fly as he learns she’s far more than her flawless appearance suggests. Now, he’ll put everything on the line to keep her alive.
Publisher: Gwen Hernandez
ISBN: 0991607341
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 219
Book Description
A sexy bodyguard. A high-maintenance city girl. Sometimes opposites attract…a killer. When Tara Fujimoto’s quest to avenge her sister’s death makes her a target, a sexy security specialist steps in to watch her back, but his quiet appeal threatens her carefully guarded heart. Can she resist their lightning-hot attraction, and stay alive long enough to expose her enemy? Former military special operator Jeff Patarava has good reasons to keep his distance from his impossibly perfect coworker, but when her life is threatened, his resolve is shot to hell. Forced into close proximity, sparks fly as he learns she’s far more than her flawless appearance suggests. Now, he’ll put everything on the line to keep her alive.
Blind Justice: A Man of the Cloth
Author: M Elle Kelso
Publisher: Magek Ink Publishing
ISBN: 1777525713
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 290
Book Description
Gifted psychic Norrie Benedict knows she must stop a serial killer wreaking havoc in Rocklynne, Oregon. Dubbed “The Preacher”, he says he kills in the name of Satan yet considers himself the Son of God. Norrie considers him just plain mad. She knows he’s a threat to the women of the night in her city and vows to stop him but no matter what they do, he is always one step ahead of the police. She accepts the invitation of Lt. Dylan Jones and Det. Brandon Hawke to assist in capturing this murdering maniac. She uses her psychic edge to read murder scenes for the police and attempts to make contact with the killer. She wants to stop him, or figure out who he is, before he kills again. Her psychic abilities help her make contact, but she can’t see the man in any of her mental connections. Is that due to her medical condition? She lost her sight in a car accident but gained the ability to connect to people’s minds through touch. What Norrie finds odd is the murderer seems to know he must never show his face when she makes contact. Is he someone she knows? She doesn’t learn nearly enough before she realizes she will be his next victim. Occasional swear words where appropriate, no full-out sex scenes – just Norrie’s daydreams. And no satanic blatherings by a tetched writer. Some gruesome descriptions, but not over-done. BLIND JUSTICE was an RWA Golden Heart finalist in 2003 and 2004 Previously published as Blind Justice in 2004 and as A Man of the Cloth in 2019. This book has been extensively revised to bring it into the present.
Publisher: Magek Ink Publishing
ISBN: 1777525713
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 290
Book Description
Gifted psychic Norrie Benedict knows she must stop a serial killer wreaking havoc in Rocklynne, Oregon. Dubbed “The Preacher”, he says he kills in the name of Satan yet considers himself the Son of God. Norrie considers him just plain mad. She knows he’s a threat to the women of the night in her city and vows to stop him but no matter what they do, he is always one step ahead of the police. She accepts the invitation of Lt. Dylan Jones and Det. Brandon Hawke to assist in capturing this murdering maniac. She uses her psychic edge to read murder scenes for the police and attempts to make contact with the killer. She wants to stop him, or figure out who he is, before he kills again. Her psychic abilities help her make contact, but she can’t see the man in any of her mental connections. Is that due to her medical condition? She lost her sight in a car accident but gained the ability to connect to people’s minds through touch. What Norrie finds odd is the murderer seems to know he must never show his face when she makes contact. Is he someone she knows? She doesn’t learn nearly enough before she realizes she will be his next victim. Occasional swear words where appropriate, no full-out sex scenes – just Norrie’s daydreams. And no satanic blatherings by a tetched writer. Some gruesome descriptions, but not over-done. BLIND JUSTICE was an RWA Golden Heart finalist in 2003 and 2004 Previously published as Blind Justice in 2004 and as A Man of the Cloth in 2019. This book has been extensively revised to bring it into the present.
Latino Writers and Journalists
Author: Jamie Martinez Wood
Publisher: Infobase Publishing
ISBN: 1438107854
Category : American literature
Languages : en
Pages : 305
Book Description
Provides short biographies of Latino American writers and journalists and information on their works.
Publisher: Infobase Publishing
ISBN: 1438107854
Category : American literature
Languages : en
Pages : 305
Book Description
Provides short biographies of Latino American writers and journalists and information on their works.
Blind Justice
Author: Mansel Jones
Publisher: Goylake Publishing
ISBN: 0993245838
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 260
Book Description
The summer of 1976 was a hot one, especially for blind authoress Naomi Parker. A sixth sense told Naomi that someone was following her and when her friend, psychologist Dr Jesamine Garner, confirms that fact they decide to enlist the services of private detective Max Gwyther.As Max delves deeper into the case, he discovers that Naomi has attracted the attentions of three stalkers: a local crime lord, a respected enquiry agent and a mysterious American. What is their interest in Naomi? Why do they want Max off the case? And is there a connection to a journalist's murder?
Publisher: Goylake Publishing
ISBN: 0993245838
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 260
Book Description
The summer of 1976 was a hot one, especially for blind authoress Naomi Parker. A sixth sense told Naomi that someone was following her and when her friend, psychologist Dr Jesamine Garner, confirms that fact they decide to enlist the services of private detective Max Gwyther.As Max delves deeper into the case, he discovers that Naomi has attracted the attentions of three stalkers: a local crime lord, a respected enquiry agent and a mysterious American. What is their interest in Naomi? Why do they want Max off the case? And is there a connection to a journalist's murder?