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- 20 Sizzling Attributes of Chiquita's Cocoon
- Bettina Flores does not flinch when speaking the truth.
- Very helpful in the upbringing of Hispanic young women.
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Chiquita's Cocoon: The Latina Woman's Guide to Greater Power, Love, Money, Status, and Happiness
Bettina R. Flores
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ASIN: 0679750444
Release Date: 1994-02-08 |
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The only self-awareness guide tailored to the needs of Hispanic women from high school on--to be published simultaneously in English and Spanish language editions. Flores uses her own positive life experience to show other Hispanic women how they can escape cyclical poverty, large-family conditioning, religious repression, and machismo.
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20 Sizzling Attributes of Chiquita's Cocoon.......1999-04-25
CHIQUITA'S COCOON OFFERS...the Latina (and other women trapped in similar cocoons) something she has never had before --awareness-- and a chance to grow. IT GIVES...the Latina an opportunity to learn that she is not alone in her dilemma. IT UNBLOCKS...harbored feelings that cause undue guilt. IT GRANTS...her permission to have feelings, to act, to have a life. IT CLUES...her in to the fact that many things she learned as a child are not beneficial to her as an adult. IT ENCOURAGES...her to change outdated; self-defeating behavior. IT TEACHES...exciting new strategies for getting what she wants out of life. It URGES...her to use foresight in planning her future. IT EXCITES...her about having choices in life. IT INSISTS...that education provides these choices. IT OPENS...the door to broader thinking and wider visions. IT WARNS...her about large-family conditioning, the grip of machismo, and religious repression. IT PROMOTES...open, independent thinking. IT INSPIRES...her to free herself from the shackles of poverty, IT CHALLENGES...her to overcome the fear of asking and risking. IT STIMULATES...her intelligent and emotional self to believe that she is capable, confident, and courageous. IT SOOTHES...her fears of becoming Anglicized. IT ALLOWS...her to retain her cultural heritage, even while going through changes in her outlook. IT PROVIDES...personal, private support to those who are not ready to seek outside support of peers. FINALLY ....CHIQUITA'S COCOON gives the Latina her wings!
Bettina Flores does not flinch when speaking the truth........1999-04-15
Chiquita's Cocoon is a wonderful book to use in high school and college classes to address issues of gender equity, cultural limitations and personal transformation. Bettina Flores is not afraid to lay it on the line, even when dealing with controversial ideas and viewpoints. Macho men may hate it, but Chiquita's Cocoon is a courageous sharing of personal revelation, earned over many years of living life and facing the TRUTH, be it politically correct or not. Thank you, Bettina! Don Lockman
Very helpful in the upbringing of Hispanic young women........1998-05-31
I only wish I could write a book just like this one. It is "My Life". I am a Hispanic woman who grew up with very stereotype roles. These roles are hard to break out of without guilt that you are letting your parents down. I've reread the book three times. It takes strength to come through and pursue your dreams, even if they are not your customary ones. Great book!
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This first-of-its-kind volume bridges Chicana/Latina feminist perspectives with education and offers innovative ideas on teaching and learning, and ways of knowing.
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Telling to Live embodies the vision that compelled Latina feminists to engage their differences and find common ground. Its contributors reflect varied class, religious, ethnic, racial, linguistic, sexual, and national backgrounds. Yet in one way or another they are all professional producers of testimoniosâor life storiesâwhether as poets, oral historians, literary scholars, ethnographers, or psychologists. Through coalitional politics, these women have forged feminist political stances about generating knowledge through experience. Reclaiming testimonio as a tool for understanding the complexities of Latina identity, they compare how each made the journey to become credentialed creative thinkers and writers. Telling to Live unleashes the clarifying power of sharing these stories.
The complex and rich tapestry of narratives that comprises this book introduces us to an intergenerational group of Latina women who negotiate their place in U.S. society at the cusp of the twenty-first century. These are the stories of women who struggled to reach the echelons of higher education, often against great odds, and constructed relationships of sustenance and creativity along the way. The stories, poetry, memoirs, and reflections of this diverse group of Puerto Rican, Chicana, Native American, Mexican, Cuban, Dominican, Sephardic, mixed-heritage, and Central American women provide new perspectives on feminist theorizing, perspectives located in the borderlands of Latino cultures.
This often heart wrenching, sometimes playful, yet always insightful collection will interest those who wish to understand the challenges U.S. society poses for women of complex cultural heritages who strive to carve out their own spaces in the ivory tower.
Contributors. Luz del Alba Acevedo, Norma Alarcón, Celia Alvarez, Ruth Behar, Rina Benmayor, Norma E. Cantú, Daisy Cocco De Filippis, Gloria HolguÃn Cuádraz, Liza Fiol-Matta, Yvette Flores-Ortiz, Inés Hernández-Avila, Aurora Levins Morales, Clara Lomas, Iris Ofelia López, Mirtha N. Quintanales, Eliana Rivero, Caridad Souza, Patricia Zavella
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Fabulous Book.......2007-01-19
Telling to Live fills the void by sharing the "testimonios" of the various Latina feminist writers in the book. The testimonios are poignant and at times hilarious.
I used this book in an upper division course and by and large the students liked the book. The Latina/o students were extremely fond of the book and it caused self-reflection on their part.
I own the book and have read it twice and know that I will continue to go back for the book for personal and acadmic reasons.
An Amazing Book.......2002-04-03
Telling To Live is an important book that will serve as both inspiration and information-source for years to come. While calls for a more diverse scholarship permeate academia, so few books are written from the viewpoint of Latinas. The use of the "testimonios" format is particularly compelling as the authors relate their personal experience to larger political issues such as empowerment, invisibility, the body. This thematic organization makes the book particularly well suited for use in the classroom.
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Latinas in the United States: A Historical Encyclopedia (3 volume set)
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-- 2007 Best in Reference, New York Public Library --
Latinas in the United States: A Historical Encyclopedia records the contribution of women of Latin American birth or heritage to the economic and cultural development of the United States. The encyclopedia, edited by Vicki L. Ruiz and Virginia Sanchez Korrol, is the first comprehensive gathering of scholarship on Latinas. This encyclopedia will serve as an essential reference for decades to come.
In more than 580 entries, the historical and cultural narratives of Latinas come to life. From mestizo settlement, pioneer life, and diasporic communities, the encyclopedia details the contributions of women as settlers, comadres, and landowners, as organizers and nuns. More than 200 scholars explore the experiences of Latinas during and after EuroAmerican colonization and conquest; the early-19th-century migration of Puerto Ricans and Cubans; 20th-century issues of migration, cultural tradition, labor, gender roles, community organization, and politics; and much more. Individual biographical entries profile women who have left their mark on the historical and cultural landscape.
With more than 300 photographs, this three-volume encyclopedia offers a mosaic of historical experiences, detailing how Latinas have shaped their own lives, cultures, and communities through mutual assistance and collective action, while confronting the pressures of colonialism, racism, discrimination, sexism, and poverty.
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Do you speak in English but dream in Spanglish? Do you crave homemade tortillas but end up buying them ready-made at the supermarket? Is your papi chulo a blue-eyed gringo, or do you have a Latin lover whose español is better than yours? Listen up, hermanas: Today’s Latina is a bicultural mamita who lives and loves in two worlds—and one of them is brimming with rich ethnic traditions and strong ties to home and familia. If you feel torn between these two worlds, and if you’ve been looking for un libro that will help you bridge the gap between the old-world ways of your mamá, tías, and abuelitas and the world of opportunities in the twenty-first century, then
The Latina’s Bible is the book para tí! With warmth, humor, and I’ve-been-there wisdom, author Sandra Guzmán tackles the real-world complicaciones that many Latinas face today, including:
* The Latina sexual mystique—plus the truth about interracial dating and marriage
* Finding professional success by networking Latina-style
* Surviving your mother—without going loca!
* Taking care of yourself, body and soul
The Latina’s Bible is a rich mix of real-life solutions, down-home dichos, inspiration, and support—the bedside companion no mujer should be without!
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Talk about stereotyping!.......2007-04-21
I purcahsed this book and am not too crazy about it. While the author discusses important issues, there were times where I felt she was making too many generalizations. Overall, it was an "okay" read.
I love this book.......2007-02-15
Any Latina trying to make some sence of our cultures should read this book. It is trully a bible to live by.
A Must Have Book for Latinas and Non-Latinas like myself!.......2007-01-26
I am not of Hispanic heritage but I worked in a largely Hispanic population in central New Jersey. I found this book to be both useful and intriguing as well as informative and educated me about the Hispanic life in general from a female point of view. I bought this book for our library in a secondary school and even the Dominican Spanish teacher found it interesting and useful for herself and her students as well as a female colleague of Puerto Rican descent who bought several for her daughter and her daughter's friends. This book should be a must have for any Latina woman coming of age. It also enlightens the non-Latino audiences to a better understanding of another culture.
Bravo Sandra Guzman!.......2004-08-13
I recommend this book a million times over to all my Latina [and non-Latina] friends! This book acts like a big sister, giving advice on just about any aspect of life. Topics range from the masturbation, to religion, to marrying outside la raza. Even at it's most serious moments, it is a fun read.
This is the type of book that I like to have handy and pass on to my friends. I often open it up and read parts of it to them, and we always have a good time relating to the many situations. Having been born without older siblings around, this book, in my opinion, was a God-sent!
So many things are wrong with this book.......2003-12-01
Wow! This book is wrong on so many different levels I don't know where to begin. One of the problems is that the author assumes that all Hispanic women, no matter what country they are from are the same; we share the same values, have the same customs, etc. She couldn't be more wrong. She makes alot of other incorrect assumptions as well: all Latinas are saint worshipping-Santeria practicing Catholics, we all hate our mothers, we all speak Spanglish, we're all "brown". Not true! Also, some of the issues and problems she talks about throughout her book could be attributed to socio-economic conditions and not race or ethnicity. Much of the "advice" she dishes out is applicable to people of all nationalities, not just Hispanic women. It seems that the author has alot of personal unresolved issues and she made it a point to reflect those issues in her book. But once again she assumes that we all have her same problems, but of course not all of us do. Instead burdening us with her screwed up notions of identity in the form of a self-help book, what Ms. Guzman should have done is written an autobiography.
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Why, in the minds of most Americans, are Latinas still thought of as maids, seductresses, and booty-shaking salsa divas?
Never has the concept of Latina identity been more relevant. Also, never has there been a new generation of Latinas so ready to say what they mean and even criticize the Latina generation that preceded them. Until now.
In Border-Line Personalities, twenty writers share their poignant and wickedly funny stories about fighting with their mothers, struggling with speaking Spanish, and dealing with the men who've done them wrong, among a myriad of other topics. In the end, each essay encompasses a different point of view, lending credence to the theory that no one can label any one item, idea, or person more Latina than the other.
Questions posed to Latinas of all ages in Border-Line Personalities:
- Why do many of us often feel more American than Latina?
- How important is Spanish, really?
- Do we all really fit under one cultural umbrella?
- When thinking about having children, do we really have to consider being stay-at-home moms as most of us were raised to believe was law, or can Latinas even consider the possibility of raising children while working?
- What do we do when we fall in love with someone (male or female) outside our culture?
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One-dimensional.......2006-12-06
I read this book, frankly because I got a free copy. The entire book has a very one-dimensional point of view. Is there a collective Latina Experience? Maybe, but I just couldn't relate to any of these writers. Most of the essays were written by women in the journalism field and maybe I just don't relate with some of their concerns. Maybe they just didn't ring true, regardless of whether I was trying to relate.
Insightful And Often Funny Collection Of Essays By Young Latinas.......2006-07-17
I'm a "gringo." But since my wife is a Latina immigrant, she grew up in Ecuador and moved here 9 years ago, I am always interested in learning more about the challenges she faces adapting to life in the United States. Most of the women that wrote for this book were born in the U.S. and definitely have a different perspective on life than my wife does. For example, the issue of "cultural identity" is one of the major themes in this book. In contrast, my wife clearly identifies as an Ecuadorian who just happens to live in the United States. Obviously, some aspects of life here she likes, while others make her cringe - such as how spoiled and disrespectful to adults some of the kids are.
So I am not so sure this book taught me much about my wife or her experience as an immigrant. But still I enjoyed reading it. Many of the stories were hilarious and had interesting insights about life in the U.S. for young Latinas. Of course, as in any collection like this, some of the essays were better written than others. I especially appreciated "Just Us Girls" by Michelle Herrera Mulligan. This was a very heartfelt and intelligent reflection on Michelle's relationship with her mother and how they were both still dealing with the fact that Michelle's true self was different than her mother's notion of an "ideal daughter". Her story reminded me of my own, often difficult, relationship with my Dad. Of course, having a theme that others can relate to is one of the hallmarks of good writing and this essay really hit home for me and probably for many others who strayed outside of parental expectations. There were many other talented writers as well. But some of the less skilled would often drift into superficial and less interesting areas, such as "my boyfriend is so cute" or "I just love to drink Tab." But, overall, I found it to be a fun and compelling collection of essays by a talented group of young writers. Recommended.
Well-written, hilarious stuff.......2005-01-27
I couldn't disagree with the previous reviewer more! These writers take an honest, funny approach to the Latina experience in the USA. Rather than being portrayed as martyrs or other stereotypes, these top-shelf writers take accountability for who they have become in this country, regardless of their mothers. Also, if any language suffers here, it's Spanish. :-) The writers make a lot of hilarious references to their attempts to learn Spanish, which often go astray. This is a universal book about coming of age in America, a must read.
Limited writing range, very stereotypical content.......2005-01-25
Though the title sells the book as the sexiest thing in Latin women writers and readers yet, the reality is that they fall very short of meeting expectations. Being Latina myself and in the United States, and even if I do get to identify with some of the themes and stories in some of the essays.. please, what a yawn. We are all depicted as martyrs, huge success stories in comparison to our parents and generations before us, and/or unable to speak English without saying one Spanish word every three sentences. I want to think that we have much more of an edge, much more of a sense of humor, (much better writing skills!) and much more of a story to tell others. "Latinas dish on sex, sass, and cultural shifting"? That must be in the second book, because this one is nothing but a flat collection of high school essays. Nice attempt though.
Diverse Essays.......2004-11-29
I bought this book after seeing a review in my local newspaper, and it couldn't have been more right! This book was filled with wonderful essays. I felt that so many were quite similar to my own experiences and some even gave words to how I felt about my own (Mexican/American) culture. There were some that did not relate to me but gave me insight to other Latina's lives and experiences other than "Mexican-American" Latinas. The book is a great read; once I picked it up I couldn't put it down. I plan on giving this book as a gift to several of my friends.
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Latina daughters finally have a chance to honor their mothers and inspire readers -- by paying homage in Mamá to the strong women who have sacrificed and struggled, laughed and cried, and fought hard to create a better life for their daughters.
In Mamá, you will discover the beauty as well as the complexity of the mother-daughter bond. Maria Perez-Brown spoke with Latinas from a variety of nationalities and lifestyles -- some are famous, and some not so well known. The women she interviewed include actresses, doctors, filmmakers, as well as such public figures as Cristina Sara-legui, Esmeralda Santiago, Jaci Velásquez, Rosario Dawson, and Celia Cruz. In their own words, these daughters tell us about their relationship with their mothers -- and of a bond every woman will recognize.
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An analytical companion to the authors' groundbreaking anthology of Latina theater, Puro Teatro, this volume presents a theoretical perspective from which to understand and contextualize Latina theater as a genre in its own right. Applying feminist and postcolonial theory as well as theories of transculturation, they show how these works form a unified body that contributes to the formation of Latina identity in America today.
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A valid new genre.......2004-07-31
This recent book looks at how in the 1990s, Latina theatre emerged as a regular phenomenon in major US cities. The authors offer a study of these plays and actresses as a legitimate genre; as valid as any other in drama. What they try to do is show how this grouping differs from existing dramatic genres, and what new cultural and feminist insights these women have to offer; keying off their own ethnic and gender backgrounds.
So if you are interested in new developments and insights in the theory of American theatre, this book may be worth your time.
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