Review (PDF) Luis Valdez Early Works: Actos, Bernabe And Pensamiento Serpentino
This collection is actually three books in one: 1) a collection of one-act plays by the famous farmwork theatre, El Teatro Campesino and its director, Luis Valdez, 2) one of the first fully realized, full-length plays by Valdez alone, and 3) an original narrative poem by Luis Valdez.
Paperback: 189 pages
Publisher: Arte Publico Pr; 1st edition (January 31, 1990)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1558850031
ISBN-13: 978-1558850033
Product Dimensions: 5.8 x 0.6 x 8.3 inches
Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
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Luis Valdez represents.His writings depict honesty, happiness, sadness, anger, humility, beauty, but best of all humor in the struggles and strengths of a community.So relevant to the times when my parents were grape laborers (who I'm so proud of)- migrants who worked traveling from South Texas to California in the 1960's and 70's.If you are not Hispanic (particularly of Mexican heritage), Luis Valdez's writings will introduce you to the beauty and struggles through the eyes of a hardworking yet harshly judged society of Mexican immigrants (illegal or legal). As a "Raza" myself, I don't find it "angry" at all, but it does take a stand against the odds. Imperfections are not just called out of the suppressors, but the suppressed as well. He proves that we are all human, but we are also beautiful imperfect people under a mysterious Creator. Recommended Chicano/Mexican American literature.
The plays are reflective in countless ways! You learn something very new in a unique theatrical way about the Chicano Movement. Very profound in my sense and comical at the same time. Valdez goes pretty deep towards at the end as mush as he does at the opening of the book. I had fun reading this book for my Chicano theatre class this spring, and I hope everyone gets a chance to read and understand it to.
A very interesting collection. I also liked the pages about the history and the context of Luis' works. I'm very happy to have this book in my possession and will recommend it to others.
Such an amazing reading. These actos are so powerful and resonate deeply with the Chicano audience. Pensamiento Serpentino is just an astounding piece! You MUST read this.
I really enjoy reading the plays. its provocative and get you thinking about Latino issues. I would recommend this book.
This play was recommended by a relative whom I admire very much. Upon receiving it, I read it immediately and loved.
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