Noche Buena: Hispanic American Christmas Stories By: Nicolas Kanellos

Noche Buena: Hispanic American Christmas Stories

Immerse yourself in the enchanting tales of Noche Buena, a captivating collection that brings you the magic of the Hispanic American Christmas experience. This beautifully illustrated anthology offers a unique perspective on the universal story of Christmas, while also showcasing the rich traditions and legends specific to Hispanic culture.

About the Book

The book is a fascinating exploration of Christmas through the eyes of Hispanic Americans. It combines familiar images of Christmas with traditions that are uniquely Hispanic, such as the celebration of posadas for nine nights leading up to Christmas, and the legend of the Poinsettia.

Noche Buena presents thirty-six inspiring literary selections, including stories, traditional tales, songs, and poetry from Mexican, Colombian, Cuban, and Puerto Rican writers. These works represent the diverse Hispanic minority groups in the United States, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of Christmas within the Hispanic community.

The collection also offers insight into the creative process of Hispanic American writers, exploring themes such as communal identity, patriotism, poverty, assimilation, and religion that inform their work.

Book Details

• Binding: Hardcover
• Dewey Decimal Classification: FIC (Fiction)
• EAN Number: 9780195135275
• Height: 219 mm
• ISBN-13: 9780195135275
• Illustrated: Yes
• LCCN Number: 00026116
• Language: English
• Media Mail Eligible: Yes
• Number of Pages: 384 pages
• Number of Items: 1
• Print On Demand: Yes
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
• Publication Date: November 16, 2000
• Returnable: No
• Series Title: English
• Spine Width: 32 mm
• Weight: 636 grams
• Width: 146 mm

Author and Publisher

The book is edited by Nicolas Kanellos, a prominent figure in Hispanic literature. It is published by the renowned Oxford University Press, USA.

Experience the warmth of Noche Buena this holiday season. Order your copy today and share these enchanting stories with loved ones.