Once upon a quinceañera : coming of age in the USA
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Author
Published
New York : Viking, 2007.
Format
Book
ISBN
9780670038732, 0670038733
Physical Desc
278 pages ; 22 cm
Lexile measure
1180L
Rating
1180L
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Published
New York : Viking, 2007.
Language
English
ISBN
9780670038732, 0670038733
Lexile measure
1180
Notes
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (pages 277-278).
Description
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.
Target Audience
1180L,Lexile
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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)
Alvarez, J. (2007). Once upon a quinceañera: coming of age in the USA . Viking.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Alvarez, Julia. 2007. Once Upon a Quinceañera: Coming of Age in the USA. New York: Viking.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Alvarez, Julia. Once Upon a Quinceañera: Coming of Age in the USA New York: Viking, 2007.
MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)Alvarez, Julia. Once Upon a Quinceañera: Coming of Age in the USA Viking, 2007.
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