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Underground River and Other Stories (Latin American Women Writers Series)
Published in Paperback by Univ of Nebraska Pr (1996)
Authors: Ines Arredondo, Cynthia Steele, and Elena Poniatowska
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How should I start...
Let me first tell you that I have a hardcopy of this book (for posterity) and a paperback (for late night, bed-reading abuse). This book, which I found while browsing in my local library, is by far the most powerful book I have ever read. Now, that may sound so typical of reviews.."5 stars..really great!" and all of that. The depth of this book goes far beyond that of any "ratings" guide.

OK, now for the content. Women, we will certainly identify with this book more than our male counterparts. Not because this is a "woman's book" which it is not. I always thought that was an ignorant term to begin with, but because most of the characters (both antagonist and protagonist) are female. This book deals with very strong themes of erotic love, evil, loss of innocence, and religious hypocrisy. All of that may sound 'juicy' but Arredondo has a way with words. Her writing is halfway between poetic prose and contains an eloquency beyond anything I have ever read in my short, yet hopefully long and fufilling life. Worth every penny.

the best book I have ever encountered.
As a lover of poetry and literature, I have found this book to be at the very pinnacle of both. The first time that you read this book, you are going to be overwelmed. Different than other books that paint imagery and scenery into your mind, Ms. Arrondondo brings to us a world of experience and emotion that lies dormant until awakened. We then realize--these passions live in all of us.

Estupendos cuentos, comparables con los de Rulfo y Arreola.
La Sunamita, es un análisis profundo de las relaciones familiares tradiconales en México, combinado con la influencia religiosa de "lo que debe de ser", a costa de la dignidad humana. La protagonista termina con sentimientos de culpa, con su soberbia desecha y con el rencor perpetuo a la vida que la obligó a perder su pureza. Mariana enfrenta al lector con la "anormalidad" de la pasión-locura, y con todos los prejuicios de una sociedad provinciana, que nunca entiende a la protagonista por ser "diferente" de los demás. La Señal es quizás el mejor cuento que jamás escribió Inés. La señal de la humillación, en un episodio religioso, es genial. Año Nuevo es una de las joyas literarias, que en seis líneas narra toda la historia de una mujer que sufre. Río Subterráneo trata también de la locura como la "anormalidad" de un ser, y la fatalidad de enloquecer para entender a la locura. Las Palabras Silenciosas es un cuento en el que se resumen los problemas de incomunicación entre dos culturas muy alejadas entre sí, y la importancia de la palabra en esta comunicación. Orfandad es un cuento también dedicado a la incomunicación, a través de una anécdota espeluznante. Las Mariposas Nocturnas refleja, con singular maestría, no sólo las costumbres de una época, sino los problemas íntimos de la homosexualidad (Don Hernán)y de los valores de la satisfacción artística (Lía). Dos cuentos preciosos (Los Hermanos y De Amores), precisamente sobre el amor en su máxima expresión. Los Espejos, (el último cuento que escribió) es un retrato de familia llevado a sus últimas consecuencias literarias, proustianas, de una ternura inmensa, y, creo, es una joya del romanticismo. Por último, Sombra entre Sombras, es un verdadero ensayo sobre la pureza y la concupicencia, analizándolas desde varios puntos de vista, pero que tienen un fundamento único, que es el amor (otra vez) llevado a sus últimas consecuencias. Hay otros cuentos traducidos al inglés, en diversas revistas universitarias, que! es muy recomendable buscar, para disfrutar de la obra completa de esta escritora singular en las letras latinoamericanas. Gracias por leerla.


A Botanical Touch: Decoration Gardens Parties
Published in Hardcover by Penguin Studio (1993)
Authors: Cynthia Gibson, Susan Carlton, Coco Myers, and William P. Steele
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A Classic!
Cynthia Gibson is a very talented lady. Her obvious taste and style is featured through the lovely photographs. Not only is the information tried and true, it is accessible. This book is a winner!


Practical Dementia Care
Published in Hardcover by Oxford University Press (15 May, 1999)
Authors: Peter V. Rabins, Constantine G. Lyketsos, and Cynthia Steele
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Informative, insightful, and well written.
This book is not only a superb source of practical information for professionals working with patients afflicted with dementia, memory loss, and/or Alzheimer's, but it is also a great source of hope and inspiration to the patients' relatives and caregivers. The blend of expert advice with compassionate care motivates me to highly recommend this book. I think all people involved with caring for those with dementia will benefit from reading this excellent book.


Ritos De Iniciacion: Tres Novelas Coras De Hispanomerica
Published in Paperback by Houghton Mifflin Co (1986)
Authors: Grinor Rojo, Cynthia Steele, and Grbinor Rojo
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good intro to spanish literature
I am currently reading this book for a Spanish class, and the novels are very entertaining. I found myself reading ahead just because the story was so compelling. Each is a story about a rite of passage, and the reading level is good for intermediate to advanced students. I have been studying Spanish for almost 8 years and had no difficulty with the language of the book. I highly recommend this for a quick, interesting read, possibly for brushing up on Spanish.


City of Memory and Other Poems
Published in Paperback by City Lights Books (1997)
Authors: Jose Emilio Pacheco, Cynthia Steele, and David Lauer
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Linguistics and Language Teaching: Proceedings of the Sixth Joint Lsh-Hatesl Conference (National Foreign Language Center Technical Reports Series , No 10)
Published in Paperback by University of Hawaii Press (1996)
Authors: Cynthia Reves, Caroline Steele, and Cathy S.P. Wong
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Narrativa indigenista en los Estados Unidos y México
Published in Unknown Binding by Instituto Nacional Indigenista ()
Author: Cynthia Steele
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Politics, Gender, and the Mexican Novel, 1968-1988 (Texas Pan American Series)
Published in Paperback by Univ of Texas Press (1992)
Author: Cynthia Steele
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