Sometimes a man has to cry. Even if he is a man.

June 30, 2020 6:38 PM

Rudolfo Anaya, grandfather of Chicano literature, New Mexico treasure and author of Bless Me, Ultima has passed away.
posted by jabo (14 comments total)

Bless Me, Ultima was and remains an eye-opening, wonder-inspiring book. Thank you, Rudolfo Anaya.
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posted by Atrahasis at 6:55 PM on June 30, 2020

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posted by heurtebise at 7:42 PM on June 30, 2020

A fellow New Mexican and neighbor wishes "Rudy" a peaceful journey.
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posted by shjun at 7:47 PM on June 30, 2020

I am going to read this book now. Thank you.
posted by apex_ at 7:48 PM on June 30, 2020 [3 favorites]

I am going to read this book now. Thank you.

same same, thank you for posting.
posted by honor the agreement at 8:21 PM on June 30, 2020 [1 favorite]

This was really sad news to see today.
posted by Dip Flash at 8:52 PM on June 30, 2020

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posted by lalochezia at 3:18 AM on July 1, 2020

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posted by limeonaire at 5:57 AM on July 1, 2020

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posted by LobsterMitten at 7:16 AM on July 1, 2020

Thank you for posting.
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posted by spamandkimchi at 7:59 AM on July 1, 2020

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posted by Ivan Fyodorovich at 10:51 AM on July 1, 2020

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posted by Lynsey at 12:59 PM on July 1, 2020

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posted by mustard seeds at 1:06 PM on July 1, 2020

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posted by aspersioncast at 1:09 PM on July 1, 2020