Alurista to read at CSRC Library

In celebration of the fortieth anniversary edition of Floricanto en Aztlán, recently released by the CSRC Press, renowned Chicano poet Alurista will read from and sign his groundbreaking work on Wednesday, May 9, 4:00–6:00 p.m., at the CSRC Library. This book of poems, first published in 1971 at the height of the Chicano Movement, introduced a new and essentially Chicano poetic language that is part Spanish and part English, with references to the indigenous languages of Mexico. Marissa Lopez, UCLA professor of English, will present a brief appreciation of the work. The new edition contains the original illustrations created by artist Judithe Hernández. Copies of the book will be available for purchase at the event; in addition, they are available online through the University of Washington Press. A reception will follow the reading.

Watch the video of this event here.