mexican american youth

The author recounts his growing up in poverty in Los Angeles, his encounters with racism in school and on the streets, and his struggle to overcome prejudice, drugs, and violence.

An involving autobiography about the author's evolution from an L.A. gang member to a community leader.

A humorous play in which Martin, a Chicano nerd, undergoesa transformation with the help of his friends and experiences true love. Includes a glossary of Spanish words and phrases used in the dialogue.

A study of gangs and graffiti in Los Angeles, presenting a cross-cultural, political approach to the topic of gangs in L.A.; featuring ethnographies of Chicano and African American gangs, primarily as seen through their graffiti; offering a brief review of hip-hop graffiti; and discussing cross-ethnic gang relationships.

The author recounts his growing up in poverty in Los Angeles, his encounters with racism in school and on the streets, and his struggle to overcome prejudice, drugs, and violence.

The author recounts his growing up in poverty in Los Angeles, his encounters with racism in school and on the streets, and his struggle to overcome prejudice, drugs, and violence.

The author recounts his growing up in poverty in Los Angeles, his encounters with racism in school and on the streets, and his struggle to overcome prejudice, drugs, and violence.

Presents a collection of poems by well-known children's writer Gary Soto that capture the essence of everyday life.