Description: "In an unprecedented anthology edited by the poet and critic Rigoberto Gonzâalez, Library of America brings together more than 180 poets whose poems bear witness to the beauty and power of this vital and expanding tradition: its profound engagement with pasts both mythical and historical, its reckoning with the complexities of language, land, and identity, and its vision of a nation enriched by the stories of immigrants, exiles, refugees, and their descendants."-- Provided by publisher.
Review Quotes: "A landmark literary feat . . . this collection is as much literary riot as it is reference text." --Elizabeth Acevedo (Top 5 book picks for Hispanic Heritage Month for Good Morning America)
"This vibrant collection brings together 253 poems by 186 Latino poets from the early 17th century through 2023, showcasing a dynamic poetic tradition that engages with social and political issues and personal experiences. . . . The breadth of voices ensures a comprehensive look at the evolution of Latino poetry. Casual readers and scholars alike have much to gain." --Publishers Weekly