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Luis Alberto Urrea

Into the Beautiful North

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2009

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Essay Topics

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Note the many instances of misunderstanding that Mexicans have of Americans and Americans have of Mexicans. How does this shared ignorance help to develop the thematic message of the story?

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Provide a thorough character analysis of Nayeli. Why is she the best person to lead the mission?

3.

How would the author’s presentation of feminism and Mexico machismo be different if Tacho was not gay?

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