A Novel Approach to Latino Politics
Posted August 4th, 2008by Lisa Pierce
En mi opinion host Ilan Stavans’ newest book is a graphic novel from Soft Skull Press, illustrated by Roberto Weil. Mr. Spic Goes to Washington tells the story of Mr. Spic — Samuel Patricio Inocencio Cárdenas — as he rises from a his rough-and-tumble past to the mayor’s office of Los Angeles, then on to the U.S. Senate. Weaving humor with social commentary, the novel follows Mr. Spic as he uses his influence to confront corruption and promote pacifism and tolerance.
Scroll down to check out the cover and a scene depicting the solo walking tour of Washington Mr. Spic takes on his first day on the job as junior senator from California.
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September 18th, 2008 at 4:07 pm
AmoXcalli and HBGUSA are running a book contest celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month. I’m here to send out the word about the celebration. Visit http://amoxcalli.ginaruiz.com for more info on how you can win a great eight-book set.