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2 Author Rudolpho Anaya

3 The setting represents two opposing forces: the farmlands of Tony’s mother’s family . . .
and the Llano, the wild plains of his father’s family who are vaqueros.

4 Bless Me, Ultima can be categorized as a bildungsroman—a literary term for a coming-of age story, in which the protagonist progresses from child to adult.

5 A curandera is a traditional folk healer or shaman in Hispanic America, who is dedicated to curing physical and/or spiritual illnesses.

6 Antonio and Ultima

7 Hero Quest – Antonio searches for his faith and his identity.

8 Influence of Aztec Mythology

9 Legend of the Golden Carp
Magic Realism: Supernatural elements occur along side realistic events. Legend of the Golden Carp

10 Rio Grande is a character in the novel.
Pathetic Fallacy: Giving human emotions to nature. Rio Grande is a character in the novel.

11 Themes: Individuals must discover their own moral codes, which may mean questioning the beliefs of their families and society. Cultural beliefs and superstitions can have a great impact on society and individuals.

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